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Gaumen
German → American English
American English
palate
Der obere Teil der Mundhöhle; der Gaumen im Mund.
Der Arzt untersuchte den Gaumen des Patienten.Use Gaumen mainly for the anatomical part of the mouth. In everyday English, 'palate' can also mean someone’s sense of taste, but German often uses Geschmackssinn or Gaumen in the literal anatomical sense only.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Gaumen” mean in English?
“Gaumen” means “palate” in English.
Is “Gaumen” the hard palate or soft palate?
In German, “Gaumen” can refer to the palate in general, including the hard and soft palate depending on context.
How do you use “Gaumen” in a sentence?
Example: „Der heiße Tee hat meinen Gaumen verbrannt.“ = “The hot tea burned my palate.”