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"Toothbrush" in German: Zahnbürste
die Zahnbürste
Toothbrush in German is die Zahnbürste, feminine. Pack deine Zahnbürste for trips. Plural is die Zahnbürsten.
Morning routine
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How to pronounce Zahnbürste
Say it
TSAHN-burst-eh
/ˈtsaːnˌbʏrstə/
TSAHN-burst-eh. Soft z as ts. Ü like “few” with rounded lips.
"Toothbrush" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| die Zahnbürste | the toothbrush Default. | Default. |
| meine Zahnbürste | my toothbrush Possessive. | Possessive. |
| die Zahnbürsten | the toothbrushes Plural. | Plural. |
| elektrische Zahnbürste | electric toothbrush Common type. | Common type. |
How to use Zahnbürste in real life
- 1Morning routine
Wo ist meine Zahnbürste?
Where is my toothbrush?
Meine Zahnbürste.
- 2Travel packing
Pack bitte die Zahnbürste ein.
Please pack the toothbrush.
Die Zahnbürste accusative.
- 3Shopping
Ich brauche eine neue Zahnbürste.
I need a new toothbrush.
Eine neue Zahnbürste.
Mistakes English speakers make with Zahnbürste
Incorrect: der Zahnbürste
Correct: die Zahnbürste
Feminine: die Zahnbürste.
Incorrect: Toothbrush auf Deutsch: Zahnbrush
Correct: Zahnbürste
Use Zahnbürste, not a mix.
Good to know
Drugstores sell Zahnbürsten next to Zahnpasta. Dentists often recommend changing the brush every few months.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Hotel bathroom
ChatPal
Hast du eine Zahnbürste dabei?
Did you bring a toothbrush?
You
Ja, meine Zahnbürste liegt im Beutel.
Yes, my toothbrush is in the pouch.
ChatPal
Gut. Meine Zahnbürste habe ich vergessen.
Good. I forgot my toothbrush.
You
Kein Stress — ich habe eine Extra-Zahnbürste.
No stress — I have an extra toothbrush.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Toothbrush" in German
What gender is Zahnbürste?
Feminine: die Zahnbürste.
Plural?
Die Zahnbürsten.
Electric toothbrush?
Elektrische Zahnbürste.
Toothpaste?
Die Zahnpasta.
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