Kraut

Definition

Kraut is a German word commonly used to refer to any kind of vegetable, particularly leafy green vegetables or cabbage. It is derived from the Middle High German word “krut” meaning herb or plant.

Opposite

The opposite of Kraut is Tier, which means animal in German. While Kraut refers to vegetables, Tier encompasses all living creatures that are not plants.

Synonym

A synonym for Kraut is Gemüse, which translates to vegetables in English. Both Kraut and Gemüse can be used interchangeably to describe a variety of vegetables.

Example

Here’s an example sentence illustrating the use of the word Kraut:

“Die traditionelle deutsche Küche ist reich an verschiedenem Kraut” (The traditional German cuisine is rich in various vegetables).

In this example, Kraut is used to emphasize the inclusion of a variety of leafy green vegetables in traditional German cuisine.

Please note that the word “Kraut” has also been used with a derogatory connotation in English, especially during World War II to refer to Germans. However, in this context, we are focusing exclusively on its meaning as a German word for vegetables.\ Visit YouGlish.com