No. 8,440 in German
kelchen
"Kelchen" is not a standard German word. It may be a misspelling or a colloquial/local term.
In a sentence
Die Blumen blühen in ihren bunten Kelchen.
The flowers bloom in their colorful chalices.
In this context, 'Kelchen' refers to the chalice-like shape of the flower petals.
Der Priester hob den goldenen Kelch während der Zeremonie.
The priest raised the golden chalice during the ceremony.
Here, 'Kelch' is used to denote a ceremonial goblet or large cup, often used in religious contexts.
Der Wein schmeckte köstlich aus den kristallenen Kelchen.
The wine tasted delightful from the crystal chalices.
In this example, 'Kelchen' describes elegant drinking vessels, highlighting their material and decorative nature.
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