Category: Nature & EnvironmentPart of speech: nounDifficulty: Common
Træ
/Træ/Roman
English meaning: Tree / Wood
Definition
A tall plant with a trunk, or wood as a material.
Example
“Der står et stort træ i haven.”
In English: “There is a big tree in the garden.”
Another example: “Der står et gammelt træ i haven.”
Usage — When, Where & How
A neuter noun meaning both 'tree' and 'wood' (the material), context deciding. Plural 'træer'. Note the long vowel distinguishes it from 'træ-' compounds.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
The word 'træ' comes from the Old Norse 'tré', meaning wood or tree. This term has maintained a consistent meaning through centuries, reflecting its significance in Nordic lifestyles for shelter and tools.
Common Collocations
- et stort træ
- et juletræ
- klatre i træet
- lavet af træ
- under et træ
Word Forms
et træ, træet, træer, træerne
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