Schwertel

derNoun

sword lily; iris

English translations

  1. 01

    swords

Word details

German meaning
Eine Pflanze aus der Familie der Schwertliliengewächse (Iridaceae), insbesondere die Sumpf-Schwertlilie.
English meaning
Iris
Synonym
Iris
German example
Am Ufer des Sees wuchsen viele gelbe Schwertel.
English example
Many yellow irises grew on the shore of the lake.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Schwertel
Plural Form
die Schwertel

Example sentences with “Schwertel”

  1. Der Schwertel blüht im Garten. (The iris is blooming in the garden.)

Frequently asked questions

What is a Schwertel?

'Schwertel' (masculine, der) is an older or regional name for the iris or sword lily.