Fäule
dieNounrot; decay.
English translations
- 01
decay
- 02
rot
- 03
putrefaction
Word details
- German meaning
- Ein Zustand der Zersetzung, besonders bei Holz oder Pflanzen.
- English meaning
- Rot
- Synonym
- Verwesung, Moder
- German example
- Das Holz des alten Zauns war von Fäule befallen.
- English example
- The wood of the old fence was affected by rot.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- die
- Singular Form
- die Fäule
- Plural Form
- die Fäulen
Related words
- Zahnfäule
Tooth decay is a colloquial term for dental caries, a condition in which the hard tissues of the teeth break down due to acids.
- Edelfäule
Noble rot is a special form of rot in wine grapes caused by the fungus Botrytis cinerea, leading to the concentration of sugars and flavors.
- Beerenauslese
Beerenauslese (selected berries)
- Zinnpest
Tin pest
- botrytisiert
Botrytized
- Karies
Tooth decay
- Zahnkaries
tooth decay, dental caries
- kariespräventiv
caries-preventive
- kariös
Carious means affected by caries, i.e. damaged by tooth decay.
Example sentences with “Fäule”
Die Fäule hat die Äpfel befallen. (The rot has affected the apples.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'Fäule' a general term?
Yes, it refers to decay or rot in organic material, often used for plants or wood.