🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Kirschblüte

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈkɪʁʃˌblyːtə

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Cherry Blossom/ˈtʃɛri ˈblɒsəm/
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die Kirschblüten blühen im Frühling."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The flower of the cherry tree, particularly the ornamental varieties cultivated for their beauty.

    "In spring, the cherry blossoms bloom, attracting thousands of visitors to the park."
  2. 2

    A term used to refer to the cultural significance of cherry blossoms in various traditions, especially in Japan.

    "The cherry blossom festival celebrates the beauty and cultural importance of these flowers."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'cherry blossom' originates from the Old English word 'cere' meaning 'cherry' and the word 'blossom' from the Old English 'blōstm', which referred to the flowering part of a plant. The concept of cherry blossoms has been culturally significant in Japan for centuries, symbolizing the transient nature of life.

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