das Korn
Translation
grain, seed, kernel
Examples
Die Vögel picken nach den Körnern.
The birds are pecking at the grains.
Dieses Brot ist mit ganzen Körnern.
This bread is with whole grains.
Grammar Patterns
das Korn the grain The grain grows in the field.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Getreide (cereal/grain), Samen (seed)
Etymology
From Old High German 'korn', cognate with English 'corn'. It refers to the seed of a cereal plant.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'corn'. A single kernel of popcorn is 'ein Korn'.