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die Klebe
glue
A colloquial, casual term for adhesive or glue.
example
Hast du mal 'n bisschen Klebe für mich? Das Papier ist gerissen.
Do you have a bit of glue for me? The paper is torn.
die Klebe
glue
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Meanings
Usage tips
Register: colloquial
“Die Klebe” (glue) is a colloquial word. Use it in informal conversations with friends, but not in formal or written contexts.
EXAMPLE
Gib mir mal die Klebe rüber, ich muss das Plakat reparieren.
Pass me the glue, I need to fix the poster.
Word family
The noun “die Klebe” (glue) is derived directly from the verb “kleben” (to stick/glue something with adhesive). This connection helps you understand and remember the meaning.
EXAMPLE
Dieser Umschlag klebt nicht mehr richtig.
This envelope no longer sticks properly.
Uncountable noun
“Klebe” (glue) is an uncountable noun. It is therefore often used with quantity expressions such as “etwas” (some), “ein bisschen” (a little bit), or “ein Tropfen” (a drop).
EXAMPLE
Für diese kleine Bastelei brauchen wir nur ein bisschen Klebe.
For this little craft project, we only need a little bit of glue.
Compare with
Klebe vs Kleber
glue / sticker
'der Kleber' and 'die Klebe' both mean a substance used to glue things together. The most important difference is style. 'Kleber' is the normal word and fits in almost all situations, for example at school, at home, or in a shop. 'Klebe' is colloquial and sounds casual; some people say it in everyday speech, but it is not suitable in more formal situations. The words can be confused because they look very similar and often mean the same thing. 'der Kleber' is usually the safer choice.
Klebe
In der Bastelkiste ist noch genug Klebe für die Einladungskarten.
There is still enough glue in the craft box for the invitation cards.
Kleber
Im Büro liegt der Kleber neben der Schere.
In the office, the glue is next to the scissors.
In real life
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