Translation of German word "Zucker" to English
derZucker
/ˈtsuːkɐ/
Meaning
NounA sweet, crystalline carbohydrate substance, especially sucrose, used to sweeten food and drink.
How to use
Zucker ('sugar') is masculine: der Zucker (plural: die Zucker). Würfelzucker — Sugar cubes.
🇬🇧 English
sugar
Example
Der Zucker ist in der Schublade.
The sugar is in the drawer.
Der Zucker ist sehr süß.
The sugar is very sweet.
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Common phrases
- Puderzucker— powdered / icing sugar
- ohne Zucker— without sugar / sugar-free
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What is the definition of the German word "der Zucker"?▼
The German word "der Zucker" is defined as: "A sweet, crystalline carbohydrate substance, especially sucrose, used to sweeten food and drink."
What does the German word "der Zucker" mean?▼
The German word "der Zucker" means "sugar" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Zucker ist in der Schublade." (which translates as "The sugar is in the drawer.").
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