No. 12,211 in German
vene
"Vene" in German means "vein" in English.
In a sentence
Die Vene transportiert Blut zum Herzen.
The vein transports blood to the heart.
Here, 'Vene' refers to a blood vessel in the body, specifically one that carries blood toward the heart.
Die Künstlerin hat die feine Vene im Marmor wunderbar hervorgehoben.
The artist wonderfully emphasized the fine vein in the marble.
Here, 'Vene' is used metaphorically to refer to a streak or a line, such as those observed in marble patterns.
Der Goldsucher fand eine reiche Vene in der Mine.
The gold prospector found a rich vein in the mine.
Here, 'Vene' refers to a lode or deposit of ore or minerals within rock formations.
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