die Rasse
Translation
breeds, races
Examples
Es gibt viele verschiedene Hunderassen.
There are many different dog breeds.
Manche Gärtner züchten seltene Pflanzenrassen.
Some gardeners grow rare plant breeds.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) breeds of sth. There are many different dog breeds.
Similar Words
die Art (species), die Sorte (sort, variety), der Typ (type)
Etymology
Borrowed from French 'race', from Italian 'razza'. Its exact origin is unknown.
Memory Tips
Link 'Rasse' with the English word 'race'. Note its very sensitive meaning when used for humans. It's more safely used for breeds of animals, e.g., 'Hunderasse' (dog breed).