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"Flower" in German: Blume
die Blume
Flower in German is die Blume. The plural is die Blumen. Giving flowers is Blumen schenken, and a bouquet is ein Strauß Blumen.
At a florist
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How to pronounce Blume
Say it
BLOO-muh
/ˈbluːmə/
BLOO-muh. Long u, soft final e. Stress the first syllable.
"Flower" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| die Blume | the flower Feminine noun. | Feminine noun. |
| die Blumen | the flowers Plural. | Plural. |
| ein Strauß Blumen | a bouquet of flowers Gift bouquet. | Gift bouquet. |
| Blumen gießen | to water flowers Plant care. | Plant care. |
How to use Blume in real life
- 1At a florist
Ich hätte gern eine bunte Blume für Mama.
I'd like a colorful flower for Mom.
Eine Blume is feminine accusative.
- 2Home care
Vergiss nicht, die Blumen zu gießen.
Don't forget to water the flowers.
Plural Blumen.
- 3Compliment
Was für eine schöne Blume!
What a beautiful flower!
Was für eine + feminine noun.
Mistakes English speakers make with Blume
Incorrect: ein Blume
Correct: eine Blume
Blume is feminine: eine Blume.
Incorrect: viele Blume im Garten
Correct: viele Blumen im Garten
Plural is Blumen, not Blume.
Good to know
Flowers are a classic visit gift: never arrive empty-handed to a dinner invitation if you can bring Blumen or wine. Odd numbers are traditional for bouquets in some families, though many people no longer count strictly.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Picking a gift before a birthday
ChatPal
Nehmen wir eine Blume oder Schokolade?
Shall we take a flower or chocolate?
You
Eine Blume. Sie mag frische Blumen.
A flower. She likes fresh flowers.
ChatPal
Gut. Diese gelbe Blume sieht fröhlich aus.
Good. This yellow flower looks cheerful.
You
Ja. Dazu noch eine kleine Karte zur Blume.
Yes. Plus a small card with the flower.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Flower" in German
What is the plural of Blume?
Die Blumen.
How do you say a bouquet?
Ein Strauß Blumen or ein Blumenstrauß.
What gender is Blume?
Feminine: die Blume.
How do you say water the flowers?
Die Blumen gießen.
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