Dorn
thorn
sharp modified stem
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Dorn with Russian translation
Dorn usage examples
Шип защищает растение от животных.
Der Dorn schützt die Pflanze vor Tieren.
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Dorn belongs to the topic "Plant Parts and Growth". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
Dorn synonyms
What's the difference between Dorn / Stachel
“Stachel” is the more general term: it can mean a plant prickle or an animal spine. “Dorn” is the botanical term for a modified stem; not all Stacheln are Dornen.
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How to pronounce Dorn and what this word means
Dorn means thorn. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Dorn
[dɔʁn]
Dorn translation
thorn
Dorn examples
Die Rose hat einen langen Dorn.
Dorn transcription
[dɔʁn]
Questions about this word
Dorn meaning: what does it mean?
scharfer, umgebildeter Pflanzenteil an Stängeln oder Zweigen als Schutz
Dorn pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Dorn is pronounced as [dɔʁn]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Dorn definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Die Rose hat einen langen Dorn. Translation: У розы длинный шип.
Is Dorn part of Flowers vocabulary?
Yes, Dorn (thorn) can be learned in the Flowers topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Dorn part of Plant Parts and Growth vocabulary?
Yes, Dorn (thorn) can be learned in the Plant Parts and Growth topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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