die Muscheln
Translation
mussels, shells, clams
Examples
Wir sammeln Muscheln am Strand.
We collect shells on the beach.
Ich esse gerne Muscheln mit Pommes.
I like to eat mussels with fries.
Grammar Patterns
to collect ((sth.)) We collect shells on the beach.
to eat ((sth.)) I like to eat mussels.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Austern (oysters), Schnecken (snails)
Etymology
From Old High German 'muscula', from Latin 'musculus' (little mouse, also a type of shellfish).
Memory Tips
Remember 'Muscheln' can mean both the animal (mussels) and the empty shell. The context makes it clear.