die Schleimhäute
Translation
mucous membranes
Examples
Entzündete Schleimhäute sind ein häufiges Symptom.
Inflamed mucous membranes are a common symptom.
Die Schleimhäute schützen den Körper vor Infektionen.
The mucous membranes protect the body from infections.
Grammar Patterns
((the mucous membranes)) ((as subject/object)) the mucous membranes The mucous membranes are inflamed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Membranen (membranes)
Etymology
Composed of 'Schleim' (slime, mucus) and 'Häute', the plural of 'Haut' (skin). Literally 'slime skins'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'slimy skins' inside your body, like in your nose or stomach.