chewing gum
der Kaugummi, die Kaugummis
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chewing gum
An elastic mass, usually sweetened and flavored, intended for chewing but not for swallowing.
Er nahm einen Kaugummi aus der Packung, um seinen Atem zu erfrischen.
He took a piece of chewing gum from the pack to freshen his breath.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Kaugummis |
| genitive | des Kaugummis |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Kaugummi | die Kaugummis |
| accusative | den Kaugummi | die Kaugummis |
| dative | dem Kaugummi | den Kaugummis |
| genitive | des Kaugummis | der Kaugummis |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word 'Kaugummi' consists of the verb 'kauen' (to chew) and the noun 'Gummi' (rubber/gum). So it is literally a 'Gummi zum Kauen' (gum for chewing).
Kinder lieben Kaugummis mit süßem Geschmack.
Children love chewing gums with sweet flavors.
The appropriate verb for 'Kaugummi' (chewing gum) is always 'kauen' (to chew). You don't use 'essen' (to eat), since chewing gum is not swallowed.
Es gilt als unhöflich, während eines Gesprächs laut Kaugummi zu kauen.
It is considered impolite to chew gum loudly during a conversation.
'Kaugummi' (chewing gum) can be used as an uncountable substance or as a countable individual piece. So you can ask for 'Kaugummi' in general or for 'einem Kaugummi' (a piece of chewing gum).
Hast du vielleicht Kaugummi für mich?
Do you perhaps have any chewing gum for me?
Ich nehme mir einen Kaugummi für die lange Fahrt.
I'll take a piece of chewing gum for the long drive.
