Translation of German word "Ei" to English
dasEi
/aɪ/
Meaning
NounNeuter noun meaning 'egg (laid by birds, especially hens, used as food)'.
How to use
Ei ('egg') is neuter: das Ei (plural: die Eier). Gekochtes Ei — Boiled egg. Spiegelei — Fried egg.
🇬🇧 English
egg
Example
Meine Mutter hat ein Ei im Ofen gebacken.
My mother baked an egg in the oven.
Das Ei ist hart gekocht.
The egg is hard-boiled.
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Common phrases
- Spiegelei— fried egg / sunny side up
- Rührei— scrambled eggs
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What is the definition of the German word "das Ei"?▼
The German word "das Ei" is defined as: "Neuter noun meaning 'egg (laid by birds, especially hens, used as food)'."
What does the German word "das Ei" mean?▼
The German word "das Ei" means "egg" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Ei"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Meine Mutter hat ein Ei im Ofen gebacken." (which translates as "My mother baked an egg in the oven.").
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