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das Sperma
semen
The male seminal fluid that contains sperm and plays a role in reproduction.
example
Für die Untersuchung im Labor wurde eine Probe des Spermas benötigt.
A sample of the semen was needed for the laboratory examination.
das Sperma
semen
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Meanings
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Word structure and gender
The word 'Sperma' (semen) comes from Greek. Many German nouns of Greek origin that end in '-ma' are neuter ('das Thema' (topic), 'das Klima' (climate)). This helps you remember the article 'das Sperma' (semen).
EXAMPLE
Das Klima in dieser Region ist sehr mild.
The climate in this region is very mild.
Uncountable noun
'Sperma' (semen) is an uncountable noun (a mass noun) and is therefore used only in the singular. There is no plural form.
EXAMPLE
Das Sperma wird unter dem Mikroskop analysiert.
The semen is analyzed under the microscope.
Register
'Sperma' (semen) is a neutral, medical, and biological technical term. It is the correct word in scientific or medical contexts and is not perceived as colloquial or vulgar.
EXAMPLE
Bei einer Fruchtbarkeitsuntersuchung wird oft das Sperma analysiert.
In a fertility examination, the semen is often analyzed.
Compare with
Sperma vs Same
seed / semen
'der Same' and 'das Sperma' can both have to do with male reproduction. In this context, 'Same' can mean the male reproductive cells or also the fluid. 'Sperma' refers more specifically to the seminal fluid that contains the sperm cells. In medical or factual conversations, 'Sperma' is often clearer. 'Same' is broader and can also be used for plants, so confusion can arise. When it is clearly about the fluid in humans or animals, 'Sperma' fits better.
Sperma
Beim Arzt wird das Sperma im Labor untersucht.
At the doctor's office, the semen is examined in the laboratory.
Same
Bei der Fortpflanzung spielt der männliche Same eine wichtige Rolle.
Male semen plays an important role in reproduction.
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