This is the 9072nd most frequent German word.
lily
The German word "Lily" refers to a feminine given name, often derived from the flower "lily."
Here, 'Lilie' is used as a noun that refers to the flower by the same name in German.
Die Lilie ist eine wunderschöne Blume.
The lily is a beautiful flower.
In this sentence, 'Lilien' is the plural form of 'Lilie', indicating more than one flower.
Im Garten wachsen viele Lilien.
In the garden, many lilies are growing.
This usage of 'Lilie' is metaphorical, referring to its cultural symbolism.