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Leinen
German → American English
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Linen
ein Stoff aus Flachs; linen fabric
Ich habe mir ein Hemd aus Leinen gekauft.Use Leinen for the fabric/material made from flax; for clothing, it often appears in phrases like Leinenhemd or Leinenkleid. In German, the material is usually uncountable in this sense.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Leinen mean in English?
Leinen means linen in English, especially the fabric made from flax.
Is Leinen the same as linen?
Yes. In most everyday contexts, Leinen refers to linen, the textile material.
How do you use Leinen in a sentence?
Example: Das Hemd ist aus Leinen. — The shirt is made of linen.
Is Leinen a noun or an adjective?
Leinen is a noun when it means linen, the fabric.