mucous membrane
die Schleimhaut, die Schleimhäute
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mucous membrane
A thin, moist layer of tissue that lines the inside of body cavities such as the mouth, nose, stomach, and intestines. It produces mucus that protects these areas and keeps them moist.
Eine Erkältung führt oft zu einer gereizten Schleimhaut in der Nase.
A cold often leads to an irritated mucous membrane in the nose.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Schleimhäute |
| genitive | der Schleimhaut |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Schleimhaut | die Schleimhäute |
| accusative | die Schleimhaut | die Schleimhäute |
| dative | der Schleimhaut | den Schleimhäuten |
| genitive | der Schleimhaut | der Schleimhäute |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word is composed of 'der Schleim' (mucus) and 'die Haut' (skin). So it literally describes a 'skin' made of mucus that lines the inside of body organs.
Eine gesunde Schleimhaut ist eine wichtige Barriere gegen Krankheitserreger.
A healthy mucous membrane is an important barrier against pathogens.
In a medical context, 'Schleimhaut' (mucous membrane) is often combined with adjectives that describe its condition. Common examples are 'gereizte' (irritated), 'trockene' (dry), 'entzündete' (inflamed), or 'geschwollene' (swollen) Schleimhaut.
Trockene Heizungsluft kann die Schleimhäute austrocknen.
Dry heated air can dry out the mucous membranes.
Although 'Schleimhaut' (mucous membrane) is a medical technical term, it is also used very frequently in everyday language, especially when talking about colds, allergies, or general health.
In der Apotheke fragte ich nach etwas, das die Schleimhaut beruhigt.
At the pharmacy, I asked for something that soothes the mucous membrane.
