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Kohlenhydrate

B1 noun #3,500 가장 일반적인 10분 분량

Kohlenhydrate

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At the A1 level, you don't need to know the complex chemistry of 'Kohlenhydrate', but you should recognize the word on food packaging. It is a long word, but you can break it down: 'Kohlen' (like coal/carbon) and 'Hydrate' (like water/hydrate). At this stage, just remember that it is something in food like bread, pasta, and rice. You might see it in a simple supermarket list or a basic health brochure. You don't need to use it in complex sentences yet. Just know that 'Brot hat Kohlenhydrate' (Bread has carbs). Focus on the plural form, as you will almost never see it in the singular. If you are learning about 'Essen und Trinken' (Food and Drink), this is a good 'bonus' word to show you are interested in health. Don't worry about the dative 'n' yet; just focus on the basic nominative form 'die Kohlenhydrate'. Think of it as the 'energy' part of your food. When you go to a German bakery, everything you see there is full of Kohlenhydrate!

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At the A2 level, you should be able to use 'Kohlenhydrate' in simple sentences about your diet and health. You can start using adjectives like 'viele' (many) or 'wenige' (few). For example: 'Ich esse viele Kohlenhydrate' or 'Gemüse hat wenige Kohlenhydrate'. You should also begin to notice how the word changes in the dative case, especially after the preposition 'mit'. For example, 'Ein Frühstück mit vielen Kohlenhydraten' (A breakfast with many carbs). At this level, you are likely learning about 'Gesunde Lebensweise' (Healthy lifestyle), and 'Kohlenhydrate' is a key term there. You can compare different foods: 'Nudeln haben mehr Kohlenhydrate als Salat'. You should also be able to read a simple nutrition label and identify the 'Kohlenhydrate' section. Remember the pronunciation: the 'y' sounds like a German 'ü'. Practice saying 'Koh-len-hy-dra-te' slowly. It's a great word to practice your long German word skills!

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At the B1 level, you are expected to discuss topics like nutrition, fitness, and health in more detail. You should understand the difference between 'einfache' (simple) and 'komplexe' (complex) Kohlenhydrate. You can explain why they are important for the body: 'Kohlenhydrate liefern dem Körper Energie'. You should be comfortable using the word in various grammatical cases and with different prepositions. For instance, 'Trotz der Kohlenhydrate' (genitive - despite the carbs) or 'Wegen der Kohlenhydrate' (because of the carbs). You might also encounter the word in news articles about health trends or in conversations with a doctor. You should be able to participate in a discussion about 'Low-Carb' diets, using phrases like 'Ich versuche, Kohlenhydrate zu reduzieren' (I am trying to reduce carbs). This is also the level where you start to see compound words like 'Kohlenhydratquelle' (source of carbs) or 'Kohlenhydratanteil' (proportion of carbs). Your ability to use this word accurately shows that you can handle more abstract and technical topics beyond basic daily needs.

At the B2 level, you should have a firm grasp of 'Kohlenhydrate' in both general and semi-technical contexts. You can discuss the metabolic processes in a basic way, such as how 'Kohlenhydrate in Glukose umgewandelt werden' (carbs are converted into glucose). You should be able to read and summarize articles about nutrition science or sports performance that use this term frequently. You can use more advanced collocations, such as 'den Kohlenhydratstoffwechsel anregen' (to stimulate the carbohydrate metabolism) or 'kurzkettige Kohlenhydrate meiden' (to avoid short-chain carbs). At this level, you should also be aware of the stylistic difference between 'Kohlenhydrate' and casual terms like 'Carbs' or specific food names. You can argue the pros and cons of different diets, using 'Kohlenhydrate' as a central term in your debate. Your grammar should be precise, including the dative plural 'n' and correct adjective endings. You might also encounter the word in the context of global food security or agricultural production, where 'Kohlenhydrate' are discussed as a primary calorie source for the world population.

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At the C1 level, your understanding of 'Kohlenhydrate' should be near-native. You can use the word in complex, nuanced discussions about biochemistry, public health policy, or food technology. You should be able to understand academic lectures or detailed medical reports where 'Kohlenhydrate' are analyzed at a molecular level. You can use the word in the singular 'das Kohlenhydrat' when discussing chemical properties or specific types of molecules. You are familiar with related technical terms like 'Glykämischer Index', 'Insulinresistenz', and 'Polysaccharide'. You can write a detailed essay on the impact of 'Kohlenhydrate' on modern lifestyle diseases, using varied sentence structures and sophisticated vocabulary. You should also be able to understand idiomatic or metaphorical uses, if they arise in health-related discourse. Your pronunciation should be perfect, and you should be able to switch between formal and informal registers effortlessly. You might discuss the 'Dämonisierung von Kohlenhydraten' (demonization of carbs) in modern diet culture, showing a deep cultural and linguistic understanding.

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At the C2 level, 'Kohlenhydrate' is just one tool in a very large and precise vocabulary. You can use it in highly specialized contexts, such as peer-reviewed scientific research or high-level policy debates about nutrition and health. You understand the historical etymology of the word and how it fits into the broader system of German scientific terminology. You can effortlessly discuss the nuances between different types of 'Kohlenhydrate'—from 'resistente Stärke' to 'freier Zucker'—and their distinct physiological effects. You can synthesize information from multiple complex sources to form a coherent argument about the role of 'Kohlenhydrate' in human evolution or the global economy. Your use of the language is fluid, and you can use 'Kohlenhydrate' in any grammatical construction without hesitation. You might even use the word in a literary or creative sense, perhaps in a satirical piece about health-obsessed society. At this level, you are not just using the word; you are mastering the entire field of discourse surrounding it.

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Kohlenhydrate are carbohydrates, the primary energy source found in bread, pasta, and sugar.
The word is plural (die Kohlenhydrate) and frequently used in health and nutrition contexts.
Essential for brain and muscle function, they are divided into simple and complex types.
Grammatically, remember the dative plural form 'den Kohlenhydraten' after certain prepositions.

The German word Kohlenhydrate refers to carbohydrates, which are one of the three primary macronutrients essential for human life, alongside proteins and fats. In a biological and nutritional context, Kohlenhydrate are the body's preferred source of energy. Chemically, the word is a compound of Kohlen- (carbon) and Hydrate (hydrates), reflecting their molecular composition of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. When you hear this word in Germany, it is most frequently used in discussions about health, fitness, cooking, and medical science. For instance, a nutritionist might explain how complex Kohlenhydrate found in whole grains provide sustained energy compared to simple sugars. In the culinary world, Germany is famous for its bread and potatoes, both of which are high in Kohlenhydrate. Therefore, the word appears constantly in daily life, from reading food labels at a Supermarkt like Edeka or Rewe to discussing diet plans with friends. The term is almost always used in its plural form because we rarely talk about a single carbohydrate molecule in everyday speech. Understanding this word is crucial for navigating any conversation about food, which is a central pillar of German social life, especially during the traditional Abendbrot where bread is the star of the meal.

Scientific Category: Macronutrient (Makronährstoff)

Common Contexts: Nutrition, Dieting, Sports, Biology, Cooking, Medicine

Grammatical Note: It is a feminine plural noun (die Kohlenhydrate), though the singular 'das Kohlenhydrat' exists for technical use.

Viele Sportler essen vor einem Marathon eine große Portion Nudeln, um ihre Speicher mit Kohlenhydraten zu füllen.

Zucker ist eine Form von einfachen Kohlenhydraten, die schnell Energie liefern.

Eine Ernährung mit wenig Kohlenhydraten wird oft als 'Low-Carb' bezeichnet.

Vollkornbrot enthält komplexe Kohlenhydrate, die länger satt machen.

Kartoffeln sind in Deutschland eine der wichtigsten Quellen für Kohlenhydrate.

Furthermore, the cultural perception of Kohlenhydrate in German-speaking countries has evolved. While traditional diets were heavily carbohydrate-based (bread, potatoes, dumplings), modern health trends in cities like Berlin or Munich have led to a rise in 'kohlenhydratarme Ernährung' (low-carb diets). Despite this, the bakery culture remains a point of national pride. When you enter a Bäckerei, you are essentially entering a temple of Kohlenhydrate. Learning how to talk about them allows you to express your dietary preferences, understand nutritional labels, and engage in the ubiquitous German hobby of discussing what is 'gesund' (healthy) versus 'ungesund' (unhealthy).

Using Kohlenhydrate correctly requires an understanding of German pluralization and case endings. Since the word is almost always used in the plural, you will mostly encounter it as die Kohlenhydrate (nominative/accusative) or den Kohlenhydraten (dative). For example, after the preposition mit, which always takes the dative case, you must add an '-n' to the end: mit Kohlenhydraten. This is a common stumbling block for learners. When describing food, you might say 'Dieses Brot ist reich an Kohlenhydraten' (This bread is rich in carbohydrates). Here, an is a preposition that triggers the dative in this context. If you are ordering food and want to avoid them, you could say: 'Ich möchte ein Gericht ohne Kohlenhydrate' (I would like a dish without carbohydrates). In this instance, ohne takes the accusative, so the word remains Kohlenhydrate. The word is also frequently modified by adjectives like kurzkettig (short-chain) or langkettig (long-chain), referring to simple and complex carbs respectively.

Dative Case Usage: Use 'Kohlenhydraten' after prepositions like 'mit', 'von', or 'aus'. Example: 'Die Energie kommt aus den Kohlenhydraten.'

Compound Adjectives: 'Kohlenhydratreich' (rich in carbs) and 'kohlenhydratarm' (low in carbs) are essential for describing meals.

Verb Pairings: Common verbs include 'aufnehmen' (to ingest/absorb), 'verbrennen' (to burn), and 'meiden' (to avoid).

Gemüse enthält im Vergleich zu Pasta nur sehr wenige Kohlenhydrate.

Mein Arzt hat mir empfohlen, weniger kurzkettige Kohlenhydrate zu essen.

In der Ketose verbrennt der Körper Fett statt Kohlenhydrate.

In a fitness context, you might hear about Carb-Loading, which Germans often refer to as 'Kohlenhydratspeicher auffüllen' (filling up carbohydrate stores). This is common among cyclists and runners. In more formal writing, such as a biology essay or a medical report, you might see the singular das Kohlenhydrat used to refer to the chemical class: 'Das Kohlenhydrat ist ein organisches Molekül.' However, for 99% of your interactions, stick to the plural. If you are talking about the glycemic index, you might say: 'Diese Kohlenhydrate lassen den Blutzuckerspiegel schnell ansteigen' (These carbs cause the blood sugar level to rise quickly). Mastery of this word involves not just knowing what it means, but being able to navigate these grammatical shifts effortlessly while discussing the complex relationship between food and health.

You will encounter the word Kohlenhydrate in a variety of real-world scenarios across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. One of the most common places is the Fitnessstudio (gym). Personal trainers often discuss 'Makronährstoffverteilung' (macronutrient distribution) with their clients, emphasizing how many Kohlenhydrate they should consume based on their training goals. You will also hear it in the Arztpraxis (doctor's office), particularly when discussing diabetes or weight management. A doctor might say, 'Achten Sie auf die Menge an Kohlenhydraten in Ihrer Diät.' (Pay attention to the amount of carbs in your diet.) Another frequent setting is the Kantine or Mensa (cafeteria). Students and office workers often debate whether the 'Pasta-Tag' provides too many Kohlenhydrate for a productive afternoon of work. In the media, health programs on channels like ARD or ZDF frequently feature experts discussing the 'Kohlenhydrat-Falle' (carb trap) or the benefits of 'Vollkorn-Kohlenhydrate'.

In the Supermarket: Scanning the 'Nährwertangaben' on the back of a cereal box or a yogurt container.

At the Gym: Discussing 'Post-Workout-Meals' to replenish 'Glykogenspeicher' (glycogen stores) which are made of Kohlenhydrate.

In Scientific Documentaries: Explaining photosynthesis, where plants produce Kohlenhydrate from CO2 and water.

Auf der Verpackung steht, dass dieses Produkt 50 Gramm Kohlenhydrate pro Portion hat.

Der Trainer sagt, ich brauche mehr Kohlenhydrate für den Muskelaufbau.

Furthermore, in schools during Biologieunterricht (biology class), children learn about the food pyramid, where Kohlenhydrate usually form the base. This early exposure makes the word part of every German's basic vocabulary. You might also hear it in the context of 'Low-Carb' restaurants, which are becoming increasingly popular in metropolitan areas like Frankfurt or Hamburg. These menus often explicitly label dishes as 'kohlenhydratarm'. Interestingly, while the English word 'carbs' is widely understood, using the full German word Kohlenhydrate sounds more precise and is preferred in any slightly serious or educational context. If you are watching a German YouTuber talk about their 'What I Eat In A Day', they will almost certainly use this word when breaking down their macros. In summary, whether you are reading a label, talking to a doctor, or planning a meal with friends, Kohlenhydrate is the essential term for the energy that fuels the German lifestyle.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using Kohlenhydrate is related to its spelling and pronunciation. The 'y' in the middle of the word is not pronounced like the 'y' in 'sky' or 'fly'; instead, it is a front rounded vowel, similar to the German 'ü'. Many learners accidentally say 'Kohlen-high-drate', which sounds very foreign to German ears. The correct pronunciation is [ˈkoːlən_hyˌdʁaːtə]. Another common error is using the singular das Kohlenhydrat when the plural is required. In English, we often say 'I'm cutting out carb' (singular/mass) or 'That's a lot of carb'. In German, you must use the plural: 'Das sind viele Kohlenhydrate'. Using the singular makes it sound like you are talking about one specific molecule in a laboratory setting.

Spelling Error: The 'h': Learners often forget the 'h' after 'y' or place it incorrectly. It is 'Hydrate', not 'Hyderate' or 'Hidrate'.

Gender Confusion: While the plural 'die Kohlenhydrate' is feminine, the singular 'das Kohlenhydrat' is neuter. Mixing these up in complex sentences can be confusing.

The Dative 'n': Forgetting the extra 'n' in the dative plural: 'mit Kohlenhydraten'. Without the 'n', the sentence is grammatically incorrect.

Wrong: Ich esse keine Kohlenhydrat.
Right: Ich esse keine Kohlenhydrate.

Wrong: Das ist reich an Kohlenhydrate.
Right: Das ist reich an Kohlenhydraten.

Additionally, learners sometimes confuse Kohlenhydrate with Kalorien (calories). While they are related (carbohydrates contain calories), they are not interchangeable. Saying 'Dieses Essen hat viele Kohlenhydrate' means it is starchy or sugary, whereas 'Dieses Essen hat viele Kalorien' could mean it is high in fat or protein as well. Another nuance is the difference between Zucker and Kohlenhydrate. While all sugar is a carbohydrate, not all carbohydrates are sugar (some are starches or fiber). In a German medical context, being precise about this is important. Finally, avoid overusing the English loanword 'Carbs' in formal writing. While it is common in Instagram captions or casual gym talk, using the full German word shows a higher level of language proficiency and respect for the formal structure of the language.

While Kohlenhydrate is the most comprehensive term, there are several other words you should know to describe energy-providing nutrients in German. The most common sub-category is Zucker (sugar). In nutritional science, you might hear Saccharide, which is the technical term. Einfachzucker (monosaccharides) and Mehrfachzucker (polysaccharides) are used to distinguish between simple and complex carbs. Another important word is Stärke (starch), which refers to the complex carbohydrates found in potatoes, rice, and corn. If you are talking about the structural carbohydrates in plants that we cannot digest, the word is Ballaststoffe (dietary fiber). Understanding these distinctions is key to a sophisticated vocabulary in health and nutrition.

Kohlenhydrate vs. Zucker: Kohlenhydrate is the broad category. Zucker specifically refers to simple, sweet-tasting carbohydrates like glucose or sucrose.

Kohlenhydrate vs. Stärke: Stärke is a specific type of complex Kohlenhydrat. You find 'Stärke' in flour, while 'Kohlenhydrate' is the label on the package.

Kohlenhydrate vs. Ballaststoffe: Ballaststoffe are indigestible Kohlenhydrate. They are essential for digestion but don't provide the same energy surge.

Dieses Mehl hat einen hohen Anteil an Stärke, was eine Art von Kohlenhydrat ist.

Vollkornprodukte sind gut, weil sie viele Ballaststoffe enthalten.

In a casual setting, you might hear people refer to 'Sättigungskapseln' or simply 'Beilagen' (sides), which almost always consist of Kohlenhydrate. For those following a keto diet, the term Netto-Kohlenhydrate (net carbs) is used, which is the total carbohydrates minus the fiber. In the world of sports nutrition, 'Glykogen' is a crucial term, as it is the form in which Kohlenhydrate are stored in the muscles and liver. By learning these related terms, you can navigate a wide range of topics, from high-end culinary arts to deep metabolic science. Whether you're choosing between 'schnellen Kohlenhydraten' (like white bread) and 'langsamen Kohlenhydraten' (like oats), having this vocabulary at your fingertips will make your German sound much more natural and precise.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The word was officially introduced into scientific literature around 1844 by Carl Schmidt.

발음 가이드

UK [ˈkoːlən_hyˌdʁaːtə]

US [ˈkoʊlən_hiˌdraɪteɪ]

Primary stress on the first syllable 'Koh', secondary stress on 'dra'.

라임이 맞는 단어

Hydrate Phosphate Automate Soldate Mandate Zitrate Sulfate Granate

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing 'hy' as 'high' (English influence).
Missing the 'h' in 'Hydrate'.
Pronouncing the final 'e' like 'ee' instead of a schwa [ə].
Treating it as a singular word when it should be plural.
Misplacing the stress on the 'hy' syllable.

난이도

독해 3/5

Long word but easy to recognize due to English cognate 'carbohydrates'.

쓰기 4/5

Spelling the 'y' and 'h' correctly is tricky.

말하기 4/5

The 'y' pronunciation [y:] and the long length make it a mouthful.

듣기 2/5

Clear pronunciation usually makes it easy to spot in a sentence.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

Essen Brot Zucker Energie Körper

다음에 배울 것

Proteine Fette Stoffwechsel Kalorien Nährstoffe

고급

Polysaccharide Glykämischer Index Insulinresistenz Glukosestoffwechsel Ketose

알아야 할 문법

Plural endings

Das Kohlenhydrat -> Die Kohlenhydrate.

Dative plural 'n'

Mit den Kohlenhydraten.

Compound noun formation

Kohlenhydrat + Quelle = Kohlenhydratquelle.

Adjective declension with plural nouns

Gute Kohlenhydrate (Nominative).

Prepositions with accusative

Ohne Kohlenhydrate.

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Brot hat viele Kohlenhydrate.

Bread has many carbohydrates.

Simple plural usage.

Nudeln sind Kohlenhydrate.

Pasta is carbohydrates.

Plural noun with 'sein'.

Hast du Kohlenhydrate?

Do you have carbohydrates?

Direct object in accusative.

Ich esse Kohlenhydrate.

I eat carbohydrates.

Subject-Verb-Object.

Reis ist ein Kohlenhydrat.

Rice is a carbohydrate.

Singular usage (rare but possible).

Zucker sind auch Kohlenhydrate.

Sugar is also carbohydrates.

Plural 'Zucker' (types of sugar).

Wo sind die Kohlenhydrate?

Where are the carbohydrates?

Question with 'wo'.

Das ist viel Kohlenhydrat.

That is a lot of carbohydrate.

Singular used as a mass noun (colloquial).

Ich esse heute keine Kohlenhydrate.

I am eating no carbohydrates today.

Negation with 'keine'.

Kartoffeln haben gesunde Kohlenhydrate.

Potatoes have healthy carbohydrates.

Adjective 'gesunde' modifying the noun.

Wie viele Kohlenhydrate hat dieser Apfel?

How many carbohydrates does this apple have?

Interrogative 'wie viele'.

Sportler brauchen viele Kohlenhydrate.

Athletes need many carbohydrates.

General statement about a group.

Dieses Müsli ist reich an Kohlenhydraten.

This muesli is rich in carbohydrates.

Dative plural after 'an'.

Ich fühle mich ohne Kohlenhydrate schwach.

I feel weak without carbohydrates.

Accusative plural after 'ohne'.

Gemüse enthält nicht viele Kohlenhydrate.

Vegetables do not contain many carbohydrates.

Negative statement with 'nicht viele'.

Er spricht über Kohlenhydrate.

He is talking about carbohydrates.

Accusative after 'über'.

Vollkornprodukte enthalten komplexe Kohlenhydrate.

Whole grain products contain complex carbohydrates.

Technical adjective 'komplexe'.

Man sollte kurzkettige Kohlenhydrate meiden.

One should avoid short-chain carbohydrates.

Modal verb 'sollte' with infinitive.

Kohlenhydrate sind wichtig für die Gehirnfunktion.

Carbohydrates are important for brain function.

Abstract concept.

Nach dem Training fülle ich meine Kohlenhydrate auf.

After training, I replenish my carbohydrates.

Separable verb 'auffüllen'.

Diese Diät basiert auf wenigen Kohlenhydraten.

This diet is based on few carbohydrates.

Dative plural after 'auf'.

Wegen der Kohlenhydrate nehme ich nicht ab.

Because of the carbohydrates, I am not losing weight.

Genitive plural after 'wegen'.

Es gibt verschiedene Arten von Kohlenhydraten.

There are different types of carbohydrates.

Dative plural after 'von'.

Kohlenhydrate liefern die nötige Energie für den Tag.

Carbohydrates provide the necessary energy for the day.

Verb 'liefern' with accusative object.

Die Aufnahme von Kohlenhydraten beeinflusst den Insulinspiegel.

The intake of carbohydrates affects the insulin level.

Genitive plural 'von Kohlenhydraten'.

Komplexe Kohlenhydrate werden langsamer verdaut.

Complex carbohydrates are digested more slowly.

Passive voice 'werden verdaut'.

Eine Überdosis an Kohlenhydraten kann zu Übergewicht führen.

An overdose of carbohydrates can lead to obesity.

Noun 'Überdosis' with dative.

Kohlenhydrate sind die primäre Energiequelle des Menschen.

Carbohydrates are the primary energy source of humans.

Formal definition.

Bei dieser Ernährungsform verzichtet man auf Kohlenhydrate.

In this form of nutrition, one does without carbohydrates.

Verb 'verzichten' with 'auf' + accusative.

Die Glykogenspeicher bestehen aus gespeicherten Kohlenhydraten.

Glycogen stores consist of stored carbohydrates.

Dative plural after 'aus'.

Viele Mythen ranken sich um das Thema Kohlenhydrate.

Many myths surround the topic of carbohydrates.

Idiomatic expression 'ranken sich um'.

Kohlenhydrate sind essenziell für Ausdauersportler.

Carbohydrates are essential for endurance athletes.

Adjective 'essenziell'.

Die biochemische Struktur der Kohlenhydrate ist faszinierend.

The biochemical structure of carbohydrates is fascinating.

Genitive plural with definite article 'der'.

Kohlenhydrate spielen eine Schlüsselrolle im Stoffwechsel.

Carbohydrates play a key role in metabolism.

Metaphorical 'Schlüsselrolle'.

Die Dämonisierung der Kohlenhydrate ist wissenschaftlich fragwürdig.

The demonization of carbohydrates is scientifically questionable.

Nominalization 'Dämonisierung'.

Kohlenhydrate differenzieren sich in ihrer molekularen Kettenlänge.

Carbohydrates differentiate themselves in their molecular chain length.

Reflexive verb 'sich differenzieren'.

In Krisenzeiten sind Kohlenhydrate das wichtigste Grundnahrungsmittel.

In times of crisis, carbohydrates are the most important staple food.

Superlative 'wichtigste'.

Die industrielle Verarbeitung entzieht den Kohlenhydraten wichtige Nährstoffe.

Industrial processing strips carbohydrates of important nutrients.

Dative plural as an indirect object of 'entziehen'.

Kohlenhydrate fungieren als Signalmoleküle an der Zelloberfläche.

Carbohydrates function as signaling molecules on the cell surface.

Verb 'fungieren als'.

Eine ausgewogene Zufuhr von Kohlenhydraten ist ratsam.

A balanced intake of carbohydrates is advisable.

Noun 'Zufuhr' with genitive.

Die ontologische Bedeutung der Kohlenhydrate für die Evolution des Gehirns ist unumstritten.

The ontological significance of carbohydrates for the evolution of the brain is undisputed.

Highly academic register.

Kohlenhydrate bilden das energetische Fundament unserer Zivilisation.

Carbohydrates form the energetic foundation of our civilization.

Metaphorical use of 'Fundament'.

Die Biosynthese von Kohlenhydraten erfolgt primär durch Photosynthese.

The biosynthesis of carbohydrates occurs primarily through photosynthesis.

Technical scientific term.

Man muss die Kohlenhydrate im Kontext der gesamten Kalorienbilanz betrachten.

One must consider carbohydrates in the context of the total calorie balance.

Prepositional phrase 'im Kontext der'.

Die Komplexität der Kohlenhydrate übersteigt oft das allgemeine Verständnis.

The complexity of carbohydrates often exceeds general understanding.

Abstract subject and verb.

Kohlenhydrate sind nicht per se gesundheitsgefährdend.

Carbohydrates are not per se hazardous to health.

Latin loan 'per se'.

Die Wechselwirkung zwischen Kohlenhydraten und dem Mikrobiom ist Gegenstand aktueller Forschung.

The interaction between carbohydrates and the microbiome is the subject of current research.

Complex noun-preposition construction.

In der Postmoderne werden Kohlenhydrate oft soziokulturell aufgeladen.

In postmodernity, carbohydrates are often socio-culturally charged.

Sociological register.

자주 쓰는 조합

komplexe Kohlenhydrate

einfache Kohlenhydrate

Kohlenhydrate aufnehmen

Kohlenhydrate verbrennen

Kohlenhydrate meiden

reich an Kohlenhydraten

arm an Kohlenhydraten

Kohlenhydratspeicher auffüllen

langkettige Kohlenhydrate

kurzkettige Kohlenhydrate

자주 쓰는 구문

Low-Carb-Ernährung

— A diet low in carbohydrates. Very popular in Germany.

Ich mache gerade eine Low-Carb-Ernährung.

Kohlenhydrat-Falle

— The 'carb trap', referring to hidden sugars in food.

Pass auf die Kohlenhydrat-Falle in Fertiggerichten auf!

Abendessen ohne Kohlenhydrate

— A dinner without carbs, common for weight loss.

Heute gibt es ein Abendessen ohne Kohlenhydrate.

Gute vs. schlechte Kohlenhydrate

— The distinction between whole foods and processed sugars.

Man muss zwischen guten und schlechten Kohlenhydraten unterscheiden.

Kohlenhydrate am Abend

— The myth or topic of eating carbs late at night.

Sind Kohlenhydrate am Abend wirklich ungesund?

Verzicht auf Kohlenhydrate

— Giving up or abstaining from carbohydrates.

Der Verzicht auf Kohlenhydrate fällt mir schwer.

Kohlenhydrat-Anteil

— The percentage or amount of carbs in a food item.

Der Kohlenhydrat-Anteil in diesem Riegel ist zu hoch.

Schnelle Kohlenhydrate

— Carbs that raise blood sugar quickly (like sugar).

Traubenzucker liefert schnelle Kohlenhydrate.

Langsames Kohlenhydrat

— Carbs that provide steady energy (like lentils).

Linsen sind ein langsames Kohlenhydrat.

Kohlenhydrat-Stoffwechsel

— The biological process of breaking down carbs.

Sport verbessert den Kohlenhydrat-Stoffwechsel.

자주 혼동되는 단어

Kohlenhydrate vs Kalorien

Calories are a unit of energy; Kohlenhydrate are a source of that energy.

Kohlenhydrate vs Kohlenstoff

Carbon is an element; Kohlenhydrate are molecules containing carbon.

Kohlenhydrate vs Kohle

Coal is a fuel; Kohlenhydrate is the biological equivalent.

관용어 및 표현

"Kohlenhydrate bunkern"

— To store up on carbs, usually before a physical challenge.

Die Radfahrer bunkern vor der Tour Kohlenhydrate.

informal

"Sich die Kohlenhydrate sparen"

— To skip carbs to 'save' calories for something else.

Ich spare mir die Kohlenhydrate beim Mittagessen für den Kuchen später.

colloquial

"Kohlenhydrate satt"

— Plenty of carbohydrates or to be full from them.

Hier gibt es Kohlenhydrate satt!

colloquial

"Auf Kohlenhydraten laufen"

— To be powered by carbohydrates (metaphorical).

Mein Gehirn läuft heute nur auf Kohlenhydraten.

informal

"Die Kohlenhydrat-Peitsche"

— A sudden surge of energy from simple sugars.

Nach dem Riegel kam die Kohlenhydrat-Peitsche.

slang

"Kohlenhydrat-Koma"

— The tiredness after a heavy carb meal (food coma).

Nach der Pizza bin ich im Kohlenhydrat-Koma.

slang

"Keine Kohlenhydrate anrühren"

— To not touch (not eat) any carbs.

Während meiner Diät rühre ich keine Kohlenhydrate an.

informal

"Vollgepumpt mit Kohlenhydraten"

— Full of carbohydrates (often used for processed food).

Dieses Müsli ist vollgepumpt mit Kohlenhydraten.

informal

"Kohlenhydrate sind mein Erzfeind"

— Carbs are my arch-enemy (humorous diet talk).

Im Moment sind Kohlenhydrate mein Erzfeind.

humorous

"Ein Berg von Kohlenhydraten"

— A huge portion of carb-rich food.

Vor mir stand ein Berg von Kohlenhydraten.

descriptive

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Kohlenhydrate vs Kohlenhydrate

Sounds like 'carbohydrates' but spelling is different.

German uses 'K' and 'y' with 'h'.

Kohlenhydrate sind wichtig.

Kohlenhydrate vs Hydrate

Common in both languages.

In German, it's part of a compound or a specific chemical term.

Das ist ein Hydrat.

Kohlenhydrate vs Zucker

Often used interchangeably.

Zucker is a subset of Kohlenhydrate.

Zucker ist ein einfaches Kohlenhydrat.

Kohlenhydrate vs Stärke

Both provide energy.

Stärke is complex (long chains); Kohlenhydrate is the category.

Mehl hat viel Stärke.

Kohlenhydrate vs Ballaststoffe

Both are found in plants.

Ballaststoffe are non-digestible Kohlenhydrate.

Vollkorn hat viele Ballaststoffe.

문장 패턴

[Food] hat [Amount] Kohlenhydrate.

Brot hat viele Kohlenhydrate.

Ich esse [Adjective] Kohlenhydrate.

Ich esse keine Kohlenhydrate.

[Subject] braucht Kohlenhydrate für [Purpose].

Der Körper braucht Kohlenhydrate für Energie.

Es ist wichtig, auf die [Noun] an Kohlenhydraten zu achten.

Es ist wichtig, auf die Menge an Kohlenhydraten zu achten.

Die [Noun] der Kohlenhydrate führt zu [Result].

Die Reduktion der Kohlenhydrate führt zu Gewichtsverlust.

Kohlenhydrate werden in [Substance] umgewandelt.

Kohlenhydrate werden in Glukose umgewandelt.

Inwiefern beeinflussen Kohlenhydrate die [Abstract Noun]?

Inwiefern beeinflussen Kohlenhydrate die kognitive Leistungsfähigkeit?

Trotz der [Noun] gelten Kohlenhydrate als...

Trotz der Kritik gelten Kohlenhydrate als essenziell.

어휘 가족

명사

Kohlenhydrat (singular)

Kohlenhydratquelle

Kohlenhydratanteil

Kohlenhydratstoffwechsel

Kohlenhydratspeicher

동사

hydratisieren

형용사

kohlenhydratreich

kohlenhydratarm

kohlenhydrathaltig

kohlenhydratfrei

사용법

frequency

Common in health, food, and fitness discussions.

자주 하는 실수

Ich esse Kohlenhydrat. → Ich esse Kohlenhydrate.
In German, you must use the plural when referring to the nutrient in general.
Reich an Kohlenhydrate. → Reich an Kohlenhydraten.
The preposition 'an' in this context requires the dative plural, which adds an 'n'.
Kohlen-high-drate → Kohlen-hy-drate (ü-sound)
Don't use the English 'y' sound. Use the German 'ü' sound.
Die Kohlenhydraten sind gut. → Die Kohlenhydrate sind gut.
Don't add the 'n' in the nominative case. The 'n' is only for dative.
Das Kohlenhydrate → Die Kohlenhydrate
The plural article is always 'die', never 'das'.

팁

Dativ Plural

Vergiss niemals das 'n' am Ende, wenn du 'mit', 'von' oder 'aus' benutzt. 'Ein Leben ohne Kohlenhydrate' (Akkusativ), aber 'Ein Leben mit Kohlenhydraten' (Dativ).

Das 'ü'-Ypsilon

Das 'y' in Kohlenhydrate ist ein klassisches 'ü'. Wenn du es wie 'ei' aussprichst, versteht man dich zwar, aber es klingt sehr englisch.

Komposita bilden

Du kannst 'Kohlenhydrat-' vor viele Wörter setzen, um neue Begriffe zu bilden, wie 'Kohlenhydratgehalt' (carb content) oder 'Kohlenhydratbombe' (carb bomb).

Brot ist heilig

Wenn du in Deutschland über Kohlenhydrate schimpfst, sei vorsichtig – die Deutschen lieben ihr Brot (Kohlenhydrate) über alles!

Labels lesen

Schau im Supermarkt auf die 'Nährwerttabelle'. Dort findest du immer 'Kohlenhydrate' und darunter 'davon Zucker'. Das hilft beim Lernen.

Keine Abkürzung

In formellen Texten solltest du niemals 'Carbs' schreiben. Nutze immer das volle Wort 'Kohlenhydrate', um professionell zu wirken.

Die Kohle

Merk dir: 'Kohle' (coal) gibt Energie für den Ofen, 'Kohlenhydrate' geben Energie für dich.

Wasser und Kohle

Das Wort kommt von Kohlenstoff und Hydrat (Wasser). Es ist also 'wässriger Kohlenstoff' – eine coole Eselsbrücke für die Chemie.

Sport-Talk

Wenn du mit deutschen Sportlern redest, ist 'Kohlenhydrate laden' oder 'Carb-Loading' ein super Gesprächsthema.

Plural-Logik

Da man selten nur ein einzelnes Zuckermolekül isst, benutzt man das Wort fast nur im Plural. Spar dir den Singular für die Uni.

암기하기

기억법

Think of 'Coal' (Kohlen) and 'Hydrant' (Hydrate). You burn 'coal' for energy, and you need 'hydrants' for water. Kohlen-Hydrate!

시각적 연상

Imagine a piece of coal dripping with water, sitting on a plate of pasta.

Word Web

Brot Nudeln Reis Zucker Energie Stärke Fitness Diät

챌린지

Go to a German supermarket website (like rewe.de) and search for 'Kohlenhydrate' on three different food labels. Write down the amounts.

어원

Coined in the 19th century from the German words 'Kohlenstoff' (carbon) and 'Hydrat' (hydrate). It reflects the chemical observation that these molecules consist of carbon and water-like components.

원래 의미: Hydrates of carbon.

Germanic/Scientific Latin

문화적 맥락

Be careful when discussing Kohlenhydrate with people who have eating disorders or specific medical conditions like Type 1 Diabetes.

English speakers often say 'carbs', which is much shorter. Using the full German word is necessary for formal or medical contexts.

The 'Low-Carb' trend in Germany (often called 'Schlank im Schlaf'). Dr. Atkins' books translated into German. German Olympic training nutrition plans.

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실제 사용 상황

Supermarket

Wo stehen die Nährwerte?
Hat das viel Zucker?
Ich suche kohlenhydratarmes Brot.
Wie viel Gramm Kohlenhydrate?

Doctor's Office

Muss ich Kohlenhydrate zählen?
Was sind gute Kohlenhydrate?
Mein Blutzucker ist hoch.
Soll ich Brot meiden?

Gym

Wann soll ich Carbs essen?
Brauche ich Kohlenhydrate nach dem Sport?
Füll deine Speicher auf!
Low-carb ist nichts für mich.

Restaurant

Kann ich die Beilage tauschen?
Gibt es ein Gericht ohne Kohlenhydrate?
Haben die Saucen viel Zucker?
Ich möchte keine Kartoffeln.

School/Biology

Was ist die Funktion von Kohlenhydraten?
Nenne drei Kohlenhydratquellen.
Wie werden sie verdaut?
Was ist Stärke?

대화 시작하기

"Glaubst du, dass eine Ernährung ohne Kohlenhydrate wirklich gesund ist?"

"Was ist deine liebste Quelle für Kohlenhydrate: Nudeln, Reis oder Kartoffeln?"

"Hast du schon mal eine Low-Carb-Diät ausprobiert und wie war es?"

"Warum essen Marathonläufer eigentlich so viele Kohlenhydrate vor dem Rennen?"

"Denkst du, dass deutsches Brot die beste Art von Kohlenhydraten ist?"

일기 주제

Schreibe darüber, wie viele Kohlenhydrate du normalerweise an einem typischen Tag isst.

Reflektiere über den Trend der Low-Carb-Ernährung in der modernen Gesellschaft.

Beschreibe dein liebstes Gericht, das viele Kohlenhydrate enthält, und warum du es magst.

Erkläre, wie sich dein Energielevel verändert, wenn du viele oder wenige Kohlenhydrate isst.

Stell dir vor, du bist ein Ernährungsexperte. Gib Tipps zum richtigen Umgang mit Kohlenhydraten.

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Fast immer. Im Alltag spricht man nur von 'den Kohlenhydraten'. Der Singular 'das Kohlenhydrat' wird fast nur in der Chemie verwendet, um ein einzelnes Molekül zu beschreiben. Wenn du über Essen sprichst, benutze immer den Plural.

Das 'y' wird wie ein deutsches 'ü' ausgesprochen. Runde deine Lippen wie bei einem 'u', aber sage 'i'. Es klingt nicht wie das englische 'y' in 'sky'. Übe das Wort langsam: Koh-len-hy-dra-te.

'Carbs' ist ein englisches Lehnwort, das besonders in der Fitness-Szene und auf Social Media in Deutschland benutzt wird. 'Kohlenhydrate' ist das korrekte, formelle deutsche Wort, das du in der Schule, beim Arzt oder in der Zeitung hörst.

Nein. Zucker ist eine Art von Kohlenhydrat (ein einfaches Kohlenhydrat). Es gibt aber auch komplexe Kohlenhydrate wie Stärke, die nicht süß schmecken, aber dem Körper ebenfalls Energie liefern.

Das ist die Deklination im Dativ Plural. Im Deutschen erhalten fast alle Substantive im Dativ Plural die Endung '-n'. Da 'mit' immer den Dativ verlangt, wird aus 'Kohlenhydrate' dann 'Kohlenhydraten'.

Typische Quellen sind Brot, Nudeln, Reis, Kartoffeln, Haferflocken, Obst und natürlich alles, was viel Zucker enthält wie Süßigkeiten oder Limonade.

Im Plural ist der Artikel immer 'die'. Der Singular ist sächlich: 'das Kohlenhydrat'. Da wir aber meistens den Plural benutzen, merk dir einfach 'die Kohlenhydrate'.

Man kann 'kohlenhydratarm' sagen. In Deutschland ist der englische Begriff 'Low-Carb' aber auch sehr verbreitet und wird von fast jedem verstanden, der sich für Ernährung interessiert.

Das kommt auf die Art an. Komplexe Kohlenhydrate (Vollkorn) sind gesund und wichtig. Zu viele einfache Kohlenhydrate (Zucker) können ungesund sein. Es ist eine Frage der Balance.

Es ist ein langes Wort: K-O-H-L-E-N-H-Y-D-R-A-T-E. Achte auf das 'h' nach dem 'n' und das 'h' nach dem 'y'. Es sind zwei 'h' im Wort!

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