die Zierbirne
Translation
ornamental pear, Callery pear
Examples
Im Frühling blüht die Zierbirne weiß.
In spring, the ornamental pear blossoms white.
Wir pflanzen eine Zierbirne im Garten.
We are planting an ornamental pear in the garden.
Grammar Patterns
to plant ((sth.)) to plant ((an ornamental pear)) We are planting an ornamental pear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zierkirsche (ornamental cherry)
Etymology
A compound of 'Zier' (ornament) and 'Birne' (pear).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'pear' (Birne) tree used as an 'ornament' (Zier).