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Erdboden
German → American English
American English
ground
Die Erdoberfläche bzw. der Boden aus Erde; der natürliche Untergrund.
Nach dem Regen war der Erdboden weich und schlammig.Erdboden is a fairly neutral word for the ground or soil, but in many everyday contexts German speakers more often say Boden or Erde. Use Erdboden when you want to emphasize the earth surface or in fixed expressions like vom Erdboden verschluckt.
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Frequently asked questions
What does «Erdboden» mean in English?
It usually means “ground,” “soil,” or “earth,” depending on context.
Is «Erdboden» the same as «Boden»?
They overlap, but «Boden» is more common in everyday German. «Erdboden» is more specific and often refers to the earth or ground surface.
How do you use «vom Erdboden verschluckt»?
It means “to disappear without a trace” or “to vanish from the face of the earth.”