die Nervenzellen
Translation
nerve cells, neurons
Examples
Das Gehirn besteht aus Milliarden von Nervenzellen.
The brain consists of billions of nerve cells.
Nervenzellen übertragen elektrische Signale im Körper.
Nerve cells transmit electrical signals in the body.
Grammar Patterns
[Nerve cells] [as subject/object] nerve cells The brain consists of billions of nerve cells.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Neuronen (neurons)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Nerven' (nerves) and 'Zellen' (cells). Literally means 'nerve cells'.
Memory Tips
This word is a direct cognate of the English 'nerve cells', making it easy to remember.