Turmalin

derNoun

tourmaline (a mineral)

English translations

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tourmaline
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Tourmaline

Word details

German meaning: Ein Mineral, das in verschiedenen Farben vorkommt und oft als Schmuckstein verwendet wird.
English meaning: tourmaline
Synonym: Edelstein
German example: Sie trug eine Halskette mit einem wunderschönen Turmalin.
English example: She wore a necklace with a beautiful tourmaline.
Type: Noun
Article: der
Singular Form: der Turmalin
Plural Form: die Turmaline

Schörl
Schorl
Zyprerin
Cyprine is a mineral from the tourmaline group, a variety of cordierite colored green by inclusions of tourmaline, found on the island of Cyprus.
Elbait
Elbaite is a mineral belonging to the tourmaline group, often found in various colors.

Example sentences with “Turmalin”

Der Turmalin ist für seine Farbvielfalt bekannt. (The tourmaline is known for its variety of colors.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gender of Turmalin?

It is masculine (der Turmalin).