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Flieder

lilac (shrub/flower)

noun FLEE-der Rare
Animals & Nature Plants

Usage Note

Flieder (Syringa vulgaris) is the common lilac, beloved for its intensely fragrant purple or white flower clusters (Dolden) in May. Fliederzweige (lilac branches) are a classic spring gift. Note: Holunder (elderberry) is sometimes colloquially called Flieder in some German dialects.

Examples

"Im Mai erfüllte der blühende Flieder den ganzen Garten mit seinem Duft."

Natural Translation

In May the blooming lilac filled the whole garden with its scent.

Literal Translation

In May the blooming lilac fulfilled the whole garden with its scent.

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