linden tree
die Linde, die Linden
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linden tree
A deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves and fragrant blossoms, often planted along avenues or in village squares.
Unter der alten Linde im Dorfzentrum treffen sich die Leute.
People meet under the old linden tree in the village center.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Linden |
| genitive | der Linde |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Linde | die Linden |
| accusative | die Linde | die Linden |
| dative | der Linde | den Linden |
| genitive | der Linde | der Linden |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The linden tree has great cultural significance in Germany. Often a 'Dorflinde' (village linden tree) stands in the center of a village and serves as a traditional meeting place for festivals and the community.
Das Dorffest findet wie jedes Jahr unter der großen Linde statt.
As every year, the village festival takes place under the large linden tree.
The word stem 'Linde' (linden tree) is part of many well-known words. Examples include 'Lindenallee' (an avenue lined with linden trees), 'Lindenblüte' (linden blossom), or the famous Berlin boulevard 'Unter den Linden' (Under the Linden Trees).
Im Sommer duftet die ganze Lindenallee nach den Blüten.
In summer, the whole linden-lined avenue smells of the blossoms.
The blossoms of the linden tree are very well known and are often used for tea. That is why the combination 'Lindenblütentee' (linden blossom tea) is very common when talking about colds or soothing drinks.
Bei einer Erkältung trinke ich gerne heißen Lindenblütentee mit Honig.
When I have a cold, I like to drink hot linden blossom tea with honey.
