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Kräutertee

herbal tea

noun KROY-ter-tay Rare

Origin: compound: Kräuter (herbs) + Tee (tea)

Usage Note

Kräutertee is masculine: der Kräutertee. Germans are among the highest consumers of herbal tea in Europe. Common varieties include camomile (Kamille), peppermint (Pfefferminze), and lemon balm (Melisse). Sold loose or in bags.

Examples

"Am Abend trinke ich gern einen beruhigenden Kräutertee."

Natural Translation

In the evening I like drinking a calming herbal tea.

Literal Translation

In the evening I like to drink a calming herbal tea.

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