This is the 8550th most frequent German word.
kloß
A "Kloß" is a dumpling.
The word 'Kloß' is used metaphorically here to describe the feeling of a lump in one's throat caused by emotions or nervousness.
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 literally here to refer to a type of dumpling included in the soup, showcasing its culinary usage.
Die Kloßsuppe schmeckt wunderbar.
The dumpling soup tastes wonderful.
Here, 'Klöße', the plural of 'Kloß', is used to refer to dumplings as a favored dish, typical in German cuisine.