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Zwölffingerdarm

duodenum

noun TSVOLF-fing-er-darm Rare
Body & Health Body Parts

Usage Note

Zwölffingerdarm literally 'twelve-finger intestine' (named for its approximate length of twelve finger-widths) is the first section of the small intestine. Zwölffingerdarmgeschwür (duodenal ulcer) is a well-known condition frequently mentioned in health contexts.

Examples

"Im Zwölffingerdarm werden Nährstoffe aus dem Essen aufgenommen."

Natural Translation

In the duodenum nutrients from food are absorbed.

Literal Translation

In-the duodenum are nutrients from the food taken-up.

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