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How do you say "wool" in German?

die Wolle

NounFeminine

In German, "wool" is die Wolle.

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Pronunciation

Pronounced 'VOL-leh', stress on the first syllable, with 'w' making a 'v' sound.

Grammar notes

die Wolle is feminine. Plural: die Wolle.

Example sentence

Der Pullover besteht aus warmer Wolle.

The sweater is made of warm wool.

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How to remember die Wolle

Die Wolle is a close cousin of English 'wool', just add an extra syllable at the end.

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Questions about die Wolle

How do you say "wool" in German?

In German, "wool" is die Wolle. It is a noun.

Is die Wolle masculine, feminine, or neuter?

die Wolle is feminine. Plural: die Wolle.

How is die Wolle used in a sentence?

Use die Wolle as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Pullover besteht aus warmer Wolle. (The sweater is made of warm wool.).

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