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How do you say "thorn" in German?
der Dorn
In German, "thorn" is der Dorn.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'DORN', one syllable, with a clear rolled r.
Grammar notes
der Dorn is masculine. Plural: der Dornen.
Example sentence
Ein scharfer Dorn stach ihr in den Finger.
A sharp thorn pricked her finger.
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How to remember der Dorn
Der Dorn sounds almost exactly like the English word 'thorn' minus the 'th', making it an easy near-match.
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Questions about der Dorn
How do you say "thorn" in German?
In German, "thorn" is der Dorn. It is a noun.
Is der Dorn masculine, feminine, or neuter?
der Dorn is masculine. Plural: der Dornen.
How is der Dorn used in a sentence?
Use der Dorn as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Ein scharfer Dorn stach ihr in den Finger. (A sharp thorn pricked her finger.).
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