No. 8,550 in German
kloß
A "Kloß" is a dumpling.
In a sentence
Ich habe einen Kloß im Hals, wenn ich nervös bin.
I have a lump in my throat when I'm nervous.
The word 'Kloß' is used metaphorically here to describe the feeling of a lump in one's throat caused by emotions or nervousness.
Die Kloßsuppe schmeckt wunderbar.
The dumpling soup tastes wonderful.
The word 'Kloß' is used literally here to refer to a type of dumpling included in the soup, showcasing its culinary usage.
Als Kind habe ich Klöße zum Mittagessen geliebt.
As a child, I loved dumplings for lunch.
Here, 'Klöße', the plural of 'Kloß', is used to refer to dumplings as a favored dish, typical in German cuisine.
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