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marijuana
The dried leaves and flowers of the female hemp plant, consumed as an intoxicant. It is also referred to as cannabis or weed.
Der Besitz von Marihuana ist in vielen Ländern gesetzlich geregelt.
Possession of marijuana is regulated by law in many countries.
'Marihuana' (marijuana) is an uncountable noun, or mass noun. It is therefore almost always used in the singular and often without an article, especially when referring to general consumption.
Er wurde verhaftet, weil er Marihuana verkaufte.
He was arrested because he sold marijuana.
Common verbs in connection with marijuana are 'konsumieren' (to consume), 'rauchen' (to smoke), or 'anbauen' (to grow). In official contexts, people often speak of the 'Besitz' (possession) or 'Handel' (trade) of marijuana.
Der Konsum von Marihuana kann die Fahrtüchtigkeit beeinträchtigen.
The use of marijuana can impair the ability to drive.
The word 'Marihuana' (marijuana) is a neutral to official term. It is often found in news reports, laws, or medical texts.
Die Regierung diskutiert über die Legalisierung von Marihuana.
The government is discussing the legalization of marijuana.
grass
Gras and marijuana can both refer to the same consumable plant material. Gras is colloquial, however, and is especially suitable in casual conversations. Marihuana is more neutral and unambiguous, so it also works well in more factual conversations.
Bei der Beratung sagt Ben, dass er kein Marihuana mehr kaufen will.
During the consultation, Ben says that he no longer wants to buy marijuana.
Unter Freunden sagt Ben, dass er kein Gras mehr kaufen will.
Ben tells his friends that he no longer wants to buy weed.
