Krummholz

dasNoun

crooked wood; mountain pine; timber with a natural curve

English translations

  1. 01

    crooked wood

  2. 02

    rough timber

Word details

German meaning
Verkrüppelte, durch Wind und Wetterwüchse in Hochlagen.
English meaning
Krummholz
Synonym
None
German example
Die Krummhölzer trotzen den extremen Bedingungen in den Bergen.
English example
The Krummholz defy the extreme conditions in the mountains.
Type
Noun
Article
das
Singular Form
das Krummholz
Plural Form
die Krummhölzer

Example sentences with “Krummholz”

  1. Das Krummholz wächst oft in alpinen Höhenlagen. (The mountain pine often grows at alpine altitudes.)

Frequently asked questions

Is Krummholz a compound noun?

Yes, it is a compound noun consisting of 'krumm' (crooked) and 'Holz' (wood). It is a neuter noun (das Krummholz).