der Nippel
nipple
The nipple in humans or the teat in mammals.
EXAMPLE
Bei Kälte oder Erregung werden die Nippel oft hart.
In cold weather or during arousal, nipples often become hard.
der Nippel
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Meanings
der Nippel
nipple / connector
In technology, a small connecting or attachment piece, often with a thread, used to connect lines, pipes, or bicycle spokes.
EXAMPLE
Der Fahrradmechaniker musste den gebrochenen Speichennippel ersetzen.
The bicycle mechanic had to replace the broken spoke nipple.
Usage tips
Context clue
The meaning of the word depends entirely on the topic. In the context of the body, anatomy, or clothing, it refers to the nipple. In the context of technology, bicycles, pipes, or machines, it refers to a small connecting part.
EXAMPLE
Das Baby hatte Schwierigkeiten, den Nippel zu finden.
The baby had trouble finding the nipple.
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For the nipple, 'Nippel' (nipple) is a common everyday term. It is more direct than medical or more formal terms.
EXAMPLE
Das T-Shirt war so dünn, dass man seine Nippel sehen konnte.
The T-shirt was so thin that you could see his nipples.
Typical collocations
In the technical meaning, 'Nippel' (nipple/connector) is often part of a compound word that describes the function more precisely. Common examples are 'der Speichennippel' (spoke nipple) on a bicycle or 'der Schmiernippel' (grease nipple) on a machine.
EXAMPLE
Der Mechaniker füllte Fett in den Schmiernippel des Gelenks.
The mechanic put grease into the joint's grease nipple.
Compare with
Nippel vs Brustwarze
nipple / teat
Both words can refer to the raised spot in the middle of the human breast. Brustwarze is the neutral standard term, while Nippel usually sounds colloquial. Brustwarze is more suitable in a factual conversation, while Nippel can also be used in casual everyday speech.
Nippel
Nach dem Sonnenbad war der Nippel auf einer Seite gerötet.
After sunbathing, the nipple on one side was red.
Brustwarze
Die Ärztin untersuchte die Brustwarze vorsichtig auf Veränderungen.
The doctor carefully examined the nipple for changes.
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