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How do you say "asparagus" in German?
der Spargel
In German, "asparagus" is der Spargel.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'SHPAHR-gel', stress on the first syllable, with a short A.
Grammar notes
Der Spargel is masculine. Plural: die Spargelstaenge or die Spargel. A common vegetable in German cuisine.
Example sentence
Der Spargel ist grünlich und dünner.
The asparagus is greenish and thinner.
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How to remember der Spargel
Spargel is used to make a famous cream soup. The word sounds like 'sparkle' with a German twist.
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Questions about der Spargel
How do you say "asparagus" in German?
In German, "asparagus" is der Spargel. It is a noun.
Is der Spargel masculine or feminine?
Der Spargel is masculine. Plural: die Spargelstaenge or die Spargel. A common vegetable in German cuisine.
How is der Spargel used in a sentence?
Use der Spargel as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Spargel ist grünlich und dünner. (The asparagus is greenish and thinner.).
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