die Kiwi 30 सेकंड में
- A feminine noun (die Kiwi) referring to the fuzzy green fruit.
- Known for high Vitamin C content and sweet-tart flavor profile.
- Plural form is 'Kiwis'; common in breakfasts and fruit salads.
- Originally called 'Chinese Gooseberry', now globally associated with New Zealand.
The word die Kiwi refers primarily to the small, oval fruit with brown, fuzzy skin and bright green or golden flesh. In the German language, this noun is feminine, which is a crucial distinction for learners to master early on. While the word is simple, its history and usage in Germany reflect broader culinary trends and globalization. Originally known as the 'Chinese Gooseberry' (Chinesische Stachelbeere), the fruit was rebranded for the international market, and the name 'Kiwi'—derived from the flightless bird of New Zealand—stuck globally, including in German-speaking countries. In a typical German household, you will hear this word most frequently during breakfast or when preparing a fruit salad (Obstsalat). Germans highly value the 'Vitaminbombe' (vitamin bomb) aspect of the fruit, especially during the cold winter months when local fruit variety is limited.
- Botanical Classification
- Die Kiwi gehört zur Familie der Strahlengriffelgewächse (Actinidiaceae). In Germany, the most common variety is the green-fleshed 'Actinidia deliciosa', though the yellow-fleshed 'Gold-Kiwi' is increasingly popular.
Möchtest du zum Frühstück eine Kiwi essen?
Usage extends beyond just the fruit. It is important to note that while the fruit is die Kiwi (feminine), the bird is often referred to as der Kiwi (masculine). This subtle shift in gender helps native speakers distinguish between the snack and the animal. In a grocery store context, you will see 'Kiwis' (plural) sold individually or in 'Schalen' (punnets). The word is ubiquitous in health-conscious circles, often appearing in discussions about smoothies, 'Müsli', and healthy snacks for children. Because the skin is edible but rarely consumed in Germany (most people peel it or scoop it out), the verb 'löffeln' (to spoon) is frequently associated with the fruit.
- Culinary Register
- In culinary contexts, 'die Kiwi' is prized for its acidity and color. It is often used as a 'Garnitur' (garnish) for cakes and desserts.
Ich habe die Torte mit Scheiben von der Kiwi dekoriert.
Furthermore, the term 'Kiwi' can informally refer to a person from New Zealand. In this case, the gender depends on the person being described (der Kiwi / die Kiwi). However, in 99% of daily German conversations involving food, you are talking about the fruit. The word is loanword from English, which in turn took it from Maori, making it an easy 'cognate' for English speakers to remember, though the pronunciation differs slightly, emphasizing the 'i' sounds more sharply than in English.
Using die Kiwi in a sentence requires an understanding of German cases and article declension. As a feminine noun, it follows the pattern: die (nominative), der (genitive), der (dative), die (accusative). At the A2 level, you will mostly use it in the nominative and accusative. For example, 'Die Kiwi ist sauer' (The kiwi is sour) uses the nominative, while 'Ich kaufe eine Kiwi' (I am buying a kiwi) uses the accusative. Note how 'eine' changes to reflect the feminine gender. If you are talking about multiple fruits, the plural is 'die Kiwis'.
Kannst du mir bitte die Kiwi aus der Küche bringen?
When describing the act of eating a kiwi, Germans often use specific verbs. 'Schälen' means to peel. 'In Scheiben schneiden' means to slice. 'Halbieren' means to cut in half. A very common way to eat it is to cut it in half and 'auslöffeln' (to scoop out with a spoon). In sentences, this looks like: 'Ich löffle die Kiwi aus.' This is a separable verb, so 'aus' goes to the end. In more advanced B1/B2 contexts, you might discuss the properties of the fruit. 'Die Kiwi enthält viel Vitamin C' (The kiwi contains a lot of vitamin C). Here, 'enthalten' is a transitive verb taking the accusative object.
- Common Verbs with Kiwi
- kaufen (to buy), waschen (to wash), schälen (to peel), schneiden (to cut), essen (to eat), löffeln (to scoop).
In the dative case, often used after prepositions like 'mit' (with), the article remains 'der'. 'Ich mache einen Salat mit der Kiwi' (I am making a salad with the kiwi). In the genitive case, used to show possession or relation, it is also 'der'. 'Der Geschmack der Kiwi ist erfrischend' (The taste of the kiwi is refreshing). While genitive is less common in spoken A2 German, it adds a level of sophistication to your writing. You might also encounter compound nouns where 'Kiwi' is the first part, such as 'Kiwi-Geschmack' (kiwi flavor) or 'Kiwi-Stückchen' (kiwi pieces).
You will encounter the word die Kiwi in several distinct environments in Germany. The most obvious is the 'Supermarkt' or 'Wochenmarkt'. When you walk through the 'Obst- und Gemüseabteilung' (fruit and vegetable section), you will see signs indicating the price 'pro Stück' (per piece) or 'pro Schale' (per punnet). Cashiers might ask, 'Wie viele Kiwis haben Sie?' (How many kiwis do you have?). In this context, the word is purely functional and commercial. You'll also see it on product packaging, particularly for 'Fruchtjoghurt' (fruit yogurt) or 'Erfrischungsgetränke' (refreshing drinks), where 'Kiwi-Geschmack' is a popular summer variety.
Angebote der Woche: Reife Kiwis aus Neuseeland, nur 39 Cent!
Another common place is the 'Küche' (kitchen) or 'Esszimmer' (dining room). Parents often encourage children to eat them because of their health benefits. You might hear a mother say, 'Iss deine Kiwi, sie ist gut für dein Immunsystem.' In schools or kindergartens, it's a staple of the 'Gesunde Pause' (healthy break). Furthermore, if you watch German cooking shows or read 'Kochrezepte' (recipes), the kiwi is often mentioned in the context of 'Desserts' or 'Smoothies'. Chefs might discuss how the 'Säure' (acidity) of the kiwi balances the sweetness of a 'Baiser' (meringue) or 'Sahne' (cream).
- Media and News
- In economic news, you might hear about 'Importe' from New Zealand or Italy (the two biggest suppliers for Germany). In environmental contexts, the 'CO2-Bilanz' (carbon footprint) of imported Kiwis is sometimes a topic of debate.
Lastly, in a social or travel context, if you meet someone from New Zealand in Berlin or Munich, they might introduce themselves by saying, 'Ich bin ein Kiwi.' While this uses the same word, the context of nationality is immediately clear. In German, this informal use is well-understood. However, the most frequent 'real-world' hearing of the word remains the simple request for the fruit at the breakfast table or the supermarket checkout. It is a word that bridges the gap between everyday necessity and global trade.
One of the most frequent mistakes learners make with die Kiwi is getting the gender wrong. English speakers, coming from a language without grammatical gender, often default to 'der Kiwi' or 'das Kiwi'. Remember: if it's the fruit you can eat, it is die. Another mistake involves the plural form. While many German nouns take an '-en' or '-e' ending, 'Kiwi' takes an '-s' because it ends in a vowel. Saying 'die Kiwien' is a common error that marks you as a beginner. Always stick to 'die Kiwis'.
Falsch: Ich esse den Kiwi.
Richtig: Ich esse die Kiwi.
Pronunciation can also be a pitfall. In English, the 'w' is a soft /w/ sound. In German, the 'w' is pronounced like an English 'v' (/v/). Many learners say 'Kee-wee' (English style), but it should sound more like 'Kee-vee'. Also, the initial 'K' should be aspirated slightly. Another nuance is the confusion between the fruit and the bird. While not a 'mistake' in the sense of grammar, using 'die' for the bird can sound odd to a native speaker, who usually associates the masculine 'der' with the animal. Context usually prevents confusion, but precision shows a higher level of fluency.
- Case Errors
- Learners often forget to decline the article in the accusative. However, since 'die' remains 'die' in the accusative, this is less of a problem for 'Kiwi' than for masculine nouns. The real danger is the dative case: 'mit der Kiwi' (correct) vs 'mit die Kiwi' (incorrect).
A culinary 'mistake' often discussed in Germany is mixing raw kiwi with milk or yogurt and letting it sit. Kiwis contain an enzyme (actinidain) that breaks down milk proteins, making the dish taste extremely bitter. If you are describing a recipe in German, a common mistake is not mentioning that the kiwi should be added just before serving. Using the word 'Kiwi' correctly involves knowing not just the grammar, but also these cultural and practical 'rules' that native speakers take for granted.
While die Kiwi is the standard term, there are other words you might encounter that relate to it or serve as alternatives in specific contexts. The most historical alternative is die Chinesische Stachelbeere. While you won't hear this in a modern supermarket, you might find it in older botanical texts or specialty gardening books. It highlights the fruit's origin and its similarity to the European gooseberry (Stachelbeere), which is also small, round, and slightly tart.
- Comparison: Kiwi vs. Stachelbeere
Kiwi: Exotic, fuzzy skin, tropical/subtropical, available year-round.
Stachelbeere: Local (Germany), smooth or hairy but not 'fuzzy' skin, seasonal (summer), much smaller.
In terms of flavor profile, people often compare the kiwi to die Erdbeere (strawberry) or die Ananas (pineapple) because of its sweet-tart balance. If you are looking for a synonym in a nutritional context, you might hear the term die Vitamin-C-Quelle (source of vitamin C). When talking about the appearance, the word behaart (hairy) or pelzig (fuzzy) is used to describe the skin, which is similar to der Pfirsich (peach), though the texture is quite different.
Die Gold-Kiwi ist oft süßer als die grüne Sorte.
Another related term is die Kiwibeere (kiwi berry). This is a much smaller, grape-sized version of the kiwi with smooth, edible skin. It is becoming more common in German 'Feinkostläden' (delicatessens). Understanding these distinctions—between the standard kiwi, the gold kiwi, and the kiwi berry—helps you navigate German food culture more effectively. While 'Kiwi' is the 'Oberbegriff' (umbrella term), being able to specify 'Gold-Kiwi' or 'grüne Kiwi' shows a more nuanced vocabulary.
How Formal Is It?
रोचक तथ्य
The fruit was originally called the 'Chinese Gooseberry'. It was renamed 'Kiwi' for marketing reasons during the Cold War to avoid associations with China.
उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका
- Pronouncing the 'w' like an English 'w' instead of a German 'v' sound.
- Making the 'i' sounds too short; they should be long 'ee' sounds.
- Forgetting to aspirate the 'K' at the beginning.
- Confusing the stress and putting it on the second syllable.
- Mixing up the pronunciation with 'Kiwit' (the bird lapwing).
कठिनाई स्तर
Very easy to recognize as it is a cognate.
Easy, but don't forget the feminine gender and '-s' plural.
Watch the 'w' pronunciation.
Distinctive sound, easy to identify.
आगे क्या सीखें
पूर्वापेक्षाएँ
आगे सीखें
उन्नत
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
Feminine Nouns
Die Kiwi (nominative), Eine Kiwi (accusative).
Plural with -s
Die Kiwi -> Die Kiwis (common for loanwords and words ending in vowels).
Dative after 'mit'
Ich esse das Müsli mit der Kiwi.
Separable Verbs
Ich löffle die Kiwi aus. (auslöffeln)
Compound Nouns
Der Kiwi-Saft (Gender comes from the last word 'der Saft').
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
Das ist eine Kiwi.
This is a kiwi.
Nominative singular with indefinite article 'eine'.
Ich esse eine Kiwi.
I am eating a kiwi.
Accusative singular with indefinite article 'eine'.
Die Kiwi ist grün.
The kiwi is green.
Nominative singular with definite article 'die'.
Magst du Kiwis?
Do you like kiwis?
Plural 'Kiwis' in the accusative.
Kiwis sind gesund.
Kiwis are healthy.
Plural subject with the verb 'sein'.
Ich kaufe drei Kiwis.
I am buying three kiwis.
Plural accusative after a number.
Die Kiwi ist süß.
The kiwi is sweet.
Simple adjective predicate.
Wo ist die Kiwi?
Where is the kiwi?
Interrogative sentence.
Ich schäle die Kiwi mit einem Messer.
I peel the kiwi with a knife.
Verb 'schälen' + accusative object.
Zum Frühstück esse ich oft eine Kiwi.
For breakfast, I often eat a kiwi.
Adverbial phrase 'zum Frühstück' at the beginning.
Möchtest du die Kiwi löffeln?
Would you like to scoop out the kiwi (with a spoon)?
Modal verb 'möchten' + infinitive 'löffeln'.
Die Kiwis im Angebot kosten nur 40 Cent.
The kiwis on sale cost only 40 cents.
Plural subject + prepositional phrase 'im Angebot'.
Ich schneide die Kiwi in kleine Stücke.
I cut the kiwi into small pieces.
Preposition 'in' + accusative for direction/change.
In meinem Joghurt ist eine Kiwi.
There is a kiwi in my yogurt.
Preposition 'in' + dative for location.
Kaufst du bitte reife Kiwis?
Will you please buy ripe kiwis?
Adjective 'reif' before the noun.
Die Kinder lieben Kiwis.
The children love kiwis.
Plural accusative object.
Wusstest du, dass eine Kiwi mehr Vitamin C als eine Zitrone hat?
Did you know that a kiwi has more vitamin C than a lemon?
Subordinate clause with 'dass'.
Wenn die Kiwi zu weich ist, schmeckt sie nicht mehr gut.
If the kiwi is too soft, it doesn't taste good anymore.
Conditional clause with 'wenn'.
Ich mache einen Obstsalat mit Äpfeln, Bananen und einer Kiwi.
I am making a fruit salad with apples, bananas, and a kiwi.
Dative case after 'mit'.
Diese Kiwi kommt aus Neuseeland.
This kiwi comes from New Zealand.
Demonstrative pronoun 'diese'.
Man kann die Kiwi auch mit der Schale essen, aber viele mögen das nicht.
You can also eat the kiwi with the skin, but many people don't like that.
Modal verb 'kann' + passive-like 'man'.
Die Kiwi ist eine sehr vitaminreiche Frucht.
The kiwi is a very vitamin-rich fruit.
Compound adjective 'vitaminreich'.
Ich bevorzuge die Gold-Kiwi, weil sie süßer ist.
I prefer the gold kiwi because it is sweeter.
Subordinate clause with 'weil'.
Nachdem ich die Kiwi geschält hatte, schnitt ich sie in Scheiben.
After I had peeled the kiwi, I cut it into slices.
Temporal clause with 'nachdem' (past perfect).
Die Kiwi gilt als eines der gesündesten Lebensmittel überhaupt.
The kiwi is considered one of the healthiest foods ever.
Verb 'gelten als' + nominative.
Aufgrund des hohen Säuregehalts passt die Kiwi nicht gut zu Milchprodukten.
Due to the high acid content, the kiwi doesn't pair well with dairy products.
Genitive case after 'aufgrund'.
Die Kiwi wurde früher 'Chinesische Stachelbeere' genannt.
The kiwi used to be called 'Chinese Gooseberry'.
Passive voice in the past tense.
Es ist wichtig, die Kiwi erst kurz vor dem Verzehr zu schneiden.
It is important to cut the kiwi only shortly before consumption.
Infinitive construction with 'zu'.
Trotz ihrer rauen Schale ist die Kiwi innen sehr zart.
Despite its rough skin, the kiwi is very tender inside.
Genitive case after 'trotz'.
Die Kiwi-Produktion in Italien hat in den letzten Jahren stark zugenommen.
Kiwi production in Italy has increased significantly in recent years.
Compound noun 'Kiwi-Produktion'.
Die Enzyme in der Kiwi können Fleisch zart machen.
The enzymes in the kiwi can make meat tender.
Plural subject + modal verb.
Viele Menschen verwechseln den neuseeländischen Vogel mit der gleichnamigen Frucht.
Many people confuse the New Zealand bird with the fruit of the same name.
Verb 'verwechseln ... mit' + dative.
Die Kiwi hat sich von einer exotischen Rarität zu einem Massenprodukt entwickelt.
The kiwi has evolved from an exotic rarity to a mass-market product.
Prepositional phrases 'von... zu...'.
Die ästhetische Präsentation der Kiwi auf Torten ist ein Klassiker der Konditorei.
The aesthetic presentation of the kiwi on cakes is a classic of pastry making.
Genitive attribute 'der Kiwi'.
Hinsichtlich ihres Nährstoffprofils ist die Kiwi kaum zu übertreffen.
Regarding its nutrient profile, the kiwi is hard to beat.
Preposition 'hinsichtlich' + genitive.
Die Vermarktung der Kiwi ist ein Paradebeispiel für erfolgreiches Rebranding.
The marketing of the kiwi is a prime example of successful rebranding.
Nominalization 'Die Vermarktung'.
Man sollte darauf achten, dass die Kiwi aus biologischem Anbau stammt.
One should ensure that the kiwi comes from organic farming.
Pronominal adverb 'darauf' + 'dass' clause.
Die Kiwi-Pflanze benötigt ein mildes Klima, um optimal zu gedeihen.
The kiwi plant requires a mild climate to thrive optimally.
Final clause with 'um... zu'.
In der gehobenen Gastronomie wird die Kiwi oft als Sorbet serviert.
In fine dining, the kiwi is often served as a sorbet.
Passive voice + adjective 'gehoben'.
Die Kiwi-Allergie ist zwar selten, kann aber heftige Reaktionen auslösen.
Kiwi allergy is rare, but it can trigger severe reactions.
Concessive connection 'zwar... aber'.
Die Kiwi fungiert hier als Metapher für die globale Vernetzung unserer Ernährung.
The kiwi functions here as a metaphor for the global networking of our diet.
Verb 'fungieren als'.
Linguistisch gesehen ist die Bezeichnung 'Kiwi' ein interessantes Beispiel für ein Exonym.
Linguistically speaking, the designation 'Kiwi' is an interesting example of an exonym.
Participle construction 'Linguistisch gesehen'.
Die physiologische Beschaffenheit der Kiwi-Schale dient oft als Studienobjekt in der Bionik.
The physiological nature of the kiwi skin often serves as an object of study in bionics.
Complex genitive construction.
Die Kiwi hat den Diskurs über regionale versus importierte Lebensmittel maßgeblich geprägt.
The kiwi has significantly shaped the discourse on regional versus imported foods.
Perfect tense with 'maßgeblich'.
Obgleich die Kiwi botanisch eine Beere ist, wird sie kulinarisch anders eingeordnet.
Although the kiwi is botanically a berry, it is classified differently culinarically.
Conjunction 'obgleich'.
Die Komplexität des Kiwi-Aromas entfaltet sich erst bei voller Reife.
The complexity of the kiwi aroma only unfolds at full maturity.
Reflexive verb 'sich entfalten'.
Man kann die Kiwi als Symbol für den neuseeländischen Pioniergeist betrachten.
One can view the kiwi as a symbol of the New Zealand pioneering spirit.
Modal verb 'kann' + 'als ... betrachten'.
Die Kiwi-Kultur in Deutschland ist untrennbar mit dem Gesundheitsboom der 80er Jahre verbunden.
Kiwi culture in Germany is inseparably linked to the health boom of the 1980s.
Adjective 'untrennbar' + 'mit ... verbunden'.
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
— Not a standard phrase, but used playfully to mean 'let's eat'.
Frühstück ist fertig, ab in die Kiwi!
— A play on 'An apple a day...', suggesting kiwis are very healthy.
Eine Kiwi am Tag erspart den Doktor.
— Often said when biting into an unripe kiwi.
Puh, diese Kiwi ist ganz schön sauer!
— To 'refuel' on vitamins, often by eating a kiwi.
Ich muss mal wieder Vitamine tanken, ich esse eine Kiwi.
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
The bird from New Zealand or informally a New Zealander.
A smaller, smooth-skinned relative of the kiwi.
A local European berry that looks somewhat similar but is smaller and different in taste.
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
— To take the plunge or try something tart/difficult (rare, usually 'saurer Apfel').
Da muss ich wohl in die Kiwi beißen.
informal— To be a bit of a rascal (general fruit idiom).
Die kleine Kiwi ist ein echtes Früchtchen.
informal— Comparing apples and oranges (kiwis are sometimes added to this list in jokes).
Du vergleichst hier Äpfel mit Kiwis!
neutral— To react with mixed feelings (like the taste of a kiwi).
Er hat auf die Nachricht eher süß-sauer reagiert.
informal— To introduce something very healthy suddenly.
Jetzt lassen wir mal die Vitaminbombe platzen!
slang— The feeling after eating too many kiwis.
Nach der dritten Kiwi wird es pelzig auf der Zunge.
neutral— To cherry-pick the best parts.
Er pickt sich immer nur die Kiwis aus dem Salat.
informal— To have a tough exterior but a soft heart (like a kiwi).
Er hat eine harte Schale wie eine Kiwi.
neutral— Inexperienced (green like a kiwi).
Der Azubi ist noch ganz grün hinter den Ohren.
informal— Everything is fine (playful variation).
Keine Sorge, alles in Kiwi!
slangआसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Similar sound.
A Kiwit (or Kiebitz) is a specific type of lapwing bird in Germany, unrelated to the kiwi.
Der Kiebitz fliegt über das Feld.
Typing error.
Not a word in German.
N/A
Common drink name.
Short for Kirsch-Bananen-Saft (Cherry-Banana juice), often confused by students learning fruit names.
Ich trinke ein Kiba.
Another exotic fruit.
A Kaki (persimmon) is orange and smooth, unlike the brown and fuzzy kiwi.
Die Kaki ist sehr süß.
Starts with 'Ki'.
A chickpea, a legume, not a fruit.
Ich mache Hummus aus Kichererbsen.
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
Das ist eine [Nomen].
Das ist eine Kiwi.
Ich mag [Nomen-Plural].
Ich mag Kiwis.
Ich esse [Nomen] zum [Mahlzeit].
Ich esse eine Kiwi zum Frühstück.
Kannst du die [Nomen] [Verb]?
Kannst du die Kiwi schälen?
Ich esse [Nomen], weil [Nebensatz].
Ich esse eine Kiwi, weil sie gesund ist.
Die [Nomen], die [Relativsatz], ist [Adjektiv].
Die Kiwi, die ich gekauft habe, ist sauer.
Obwohl [Nebensatz], [Hauptsatz].
Obwohl die Kiwi pelzig ist, schmeckt sie gut.
Aufgrund [Genitiv] ist die Kiwi [Adjektiv].
Aufgrund ihres Vitamins ist die Kiwi gesund.
शब्द परिवार
संज्ञा
क्रिया
विशेषण
संबंधित
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
Very high in daily life, especially in food/health contexts.
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Der Kiwi (for the fruit)
→
Die Kiwi
The fruit is always feminine in German.
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Kiwien
→
Kiwis
The plural ending is -s, not -en.
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Ich esse ein Kiwi.
→
Ich esse eine Kiwi.
The accusative of 'die' is 'die', so the indefinite article must be 'eine'.
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Mit den Kiwien
→
Mit den Kiwis
Even in the dative plural, 'Kiwis' does not take an extra 'n' because it ends in 's'.
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English 'w' sound
→
German 'v' sound
The 'w' in German is pronounced like the English 'v'.
सुझाव
Gender Hack
Almost all fruits in German are feminine (die Birne, die Banane, die Orange, die Erdbeere). Kiwi follows this rule!
Löffeln statt Beißen
If you are at a German breakfast table, cut the kiwi in half crosswise and use a small teaspoon. It's the most common way to eat it.
The Bitter Truth
Never put raw kiwi in a cheesecake or yogurt that needs to sit. It will ruin the taste due to the enzymes.
Buying in Bulk
Sometimes you can buy a 'Netz Kiwis' (a net of kiwis), which is usually cheaper than buying them individually.
The German W
Imagine the 'w' in Kiwi is a 'v'. Practice saying 'Kee-vee' to sound more native.
Vitamin C Boost
If you feel a cold coming on, eat two kiwis. It's a natural way to boost your immune system in the German winter.
Gold vs Green
Learn the word 'Gold-Kiwi'. It's a specific term used in supermarkets for the sweeter, yellow variety.
Chinese Connection
Impress your German friends by knowing the old name: 'Chinesische Stachelbeere'.
Simple Plural
Words ending in 'i' almost always take an 's' in the plural in German (Handy -> Handys, Kiwi -> Kiwis).
Bird vs Fruit
If you see 'der Kiwi' in a book about animals, don't think it's a grammar mistake. It's the bird!
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Imagine a **K**ey and a **W**ii (Nintendo) remote inside a fruit. **K**ey-**W**ii = Kiwi. Also, remember 'Die Kiwi' is a 'She' (feminine) because she is sweet.
दृश्य संबंध
Visualize a brown, fuzzy tennis ball that is bright green inside. That's your Kiwi.
Word Web
चैलेंज
Try to use 'die Kiwi' in three different cases (nominative, accusative, dative) while grocery shopping today.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
The word 'Kiwi' comes from the Maori language, where it refers to the flightless bird. It was adopted as a name for the fruit in the 1950s by New Zealand exporters.
मूल अर्थ: A flightless bird native to New Zealand.
Maori (Austronesian) -> English -> German.सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
When calling a person a 'Kiwi', ensure it is in an informal, friendly context, as it is a nickname.
English speakers use 'Kiwi' for the fruit, the bird, and the people. German is more specific with gender (die fruit, der bird).
असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें
वास्तविक संदर्भ
At the supermarket
- Wo finde ich die Kiwis?
- Sind diese Kiwis reif?
- Was kostet eine Kiwi?
- Ich nehme fünf Kiwis.
At breakfast
- Möchtest du eine Kiwi?
- Ich löffle meine Kiwi.
- Die Kiwi ist sehr süß.
- Mehr Kiwi für das Müsli?
Cooking/Baking
- Schneide die Kiwi in Scheiben.
- Die Kiwi dient als Deko.
- Keine Kiwi in den Quark!
- Kiwi-Sorbet machen.
Health discussion
- Kiwis haben viel Vitamin C.
- Eine Kiwi ist gesund.
- Iss eine Kiwi gegen Erkältung.
- Kiwis sind gut für die Verdauung.
Talking about New Zealand
- In Neuseeland gibt es viele Kiwis.
- Der Kiwi ist der Nationalvogel.
- Ich bin ein Kiwi.
- Kiwi-Exporte sind wichtig.
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"Isst du deine Kiwi lieber mit oder ohne Schale?"
"Magst du grüne Kiwis oder die gelben Gold-Kiwis lieber?"
"Wusstest du, dass Kiwis eigentlich aus China kommen?"
"Wie viele Kiwis isst du normalerweise pro Woche?"
"Was ist dein Lieblingsrezept mit Kiwis?"
डायरी विषय
Beschreibe den Geschmack einer perfekten Kiwi. Ist sie eher süß oder sauer?
Schreibe über ein gesundes Frühstück, das du gerne mit Kiwis zubereitest.
Stell dir vor, du bist eine Kiwi im Supermarkt. Was siehst du den ganzen Tag?
Warum denkst du, dass die Kiwi in Deutschland so beliebt geworden ist?
Hast du schon einmal eine 'Gold-Kiwi' probiert? Wie war der Unterschied zur grünen Kiwi?
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10 सवालDie Frucht ist weiblich (die Kiwi). Der Vogel und die Person aus Neuseeland sind meist männlich (der Kiwi), außer man bezieht sich spezifisch auf eine Frau.
Der Plural ist ganz einfach: man hängt ein 's' an. Also 'die Kiwis'. Das gilt für alle Fälle im Plural.
Ja, man kann sie theoretisch essen, sie ist ungiftig. Aber in Deutschland ist es unüblich, weil die Haare als unangenehm empfunden werden. Meistens schält man sie oder löffelt sie aus.
Das liegt an einem Enzym namens Actinidain. Es spaltet das Milcheiweiß. Wenn du Kiwi in Milchprodukte mischst, solltest du es sofort essen.
Der Name kommt vom neuseeländischen Kiwi-Vogel. Die Frucht wurde so genannt, weil sie dem kleinen, braunen, pelzigen Vogel ähnlich sieht.
Ja, sehr! Sie enthalten extrem viel Vitamin C, sogar mehr als Orangen oder Zitronen. Außerdem haben sie viele Ballaststoffe.
Wenn sie auf leichten Druck mit dem Finger ein wenig nachgibt. Wenn sie steinhart ist, ist sie noch unreif.
Unreife Kiwis kann man bei Zimmertemperatur liegen lassen. Wenn sie reif sind, halten sie sich im Kühlschrank länger.
Ja, in Deutschland findet man meistens die grüne Kiwi und die gelbe Gold-Kiwi. Es gibt auch die kleinen Kiwibeeren.
Es ist ein Lehnwort aus dem Englischen, das ursprünglich aus dem Maori stammt. Es wird aber im Deutschen ganz normal verwendet.
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Beschreibe eine Kiwi in zwei Sätzen.
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Was kaufst du im Supermarkt? (Benutze 'Kiwi')
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Warum sind Kiwis gesund?
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Wie isst man eine Kiwi?
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Nenne drei Früchte.
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Was machst du mit einer Kiwi?
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Schreibe einen Einkaufszettel mit 5 Dingen.
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Was ist dein Lieblingsobst?
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Macht Kiwi im Obstsalat Sinn?
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Beschreibe die Farbe einer Kiwi.
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Was ist eine 'Vitaminbombe'?
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Wie sieht eine Kiwi von außen aus?
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Was ist der Unterschied zwischen grüner und gelber Kiwi?
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Schreibe einen Satz mit 'wegen'.
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Was ist dein Lieblingsnachtisch mit Kiwi?
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Wie fühlt sich die Schale an?
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Was ist ein 'Obstsalat'?
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Schreibe einen Satz mit 'obwohl'.
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Was bedeutet 'Vitamin C'?
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Welche Frucht ist braun?
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Was machst du mit einer unreifen Kiwi?
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Wie viele Kiwis passen in eine Hand?
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Schreibe einen Satz mit 'weil'.
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Was ist dein Lieblingsfrucht-Smoothie?
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Warum ist die Kiwi braun?
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Was kaufst du am Kiosk?
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Schreibe einen Satz mit 'mit'.
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Was ist eine Kiwi?
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Wo kaufst du Obst?
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Schreibe einen Satz mit 'ohne'.
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Was machst du am Morgen?
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Was ist dein Lieblingsgetränk?
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Schreibe das Wort 'Kiwi' fünfmal.
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Summary
Die Kiwi is a feminine noun used for the fruit. Remember the 'W' sounds like 'V' in German, and the plural always adds an 's'. It is a staple of healthy German diets.
- A feminine noun (die Kiwi) referring to the fuzzy green fruit.
- Known for high Vitamin C content and sweet-tart flavor profile.
- Plural form is 'Kiwis'; common in breakfasts and fruit salads.
- Originally called 'Chinese Gooseberry', now globally associated with New Zealand.
Gender Hack
Almost all fruits in German are feminine (die Birne, die Banane, die Orange, die Erdbeere). Kiwi follows this rule!
Löffeln statt Beißen
If you are at a German breakfast table, cut the kiwi in half crosswise and use a small teaspoon. It's the most common way to eat it.
The Bitter Truth
Never put raw kiwi in a cheesecake or yogurt that needs to sit. It will ruin the taste due to the enzymes.
Buying in Bulk
Sometimes you can buy a 'Netz Kiwis' (a net of kiwis), which is usually cheaper than buying them individually.
उदाहरण
Magst du Kiwi im Obstsalat?
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