In German

Erdbeere

Meaning: strawberry

Example sentences

  • DieErdbeereistrotundsüß.

    The strawberry is red and sweet.

  • IchessegernErdbeerenmitSahne.

    I like to eat strawberries with cream.

  • DieErdbeerensindheutefrisch.

    The strawberries are fresh today.

Grammar note

“Die Erdbeere” is feminine. The plural is “die Erdbeeren”, with an -n ending. The word is a compound: “Erde” (earth) plus “Beere” (berry).

Common mistake

Don't say “Erdbeer” alone for the fruit. The full word is “Erdbeere”. “Himbeere” is a raspberry, and “Heidelbeere” is a blueberry, so keep them apart.

Quick check

Which German word means “strawberry”?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the German for raspberry?

“Die Himbeere”.

What is the plural of “Erdbeere”?

“Erdbeeren”.