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reed in Danish

reed in Danish is rør, siv — reed means a tall, slender grass-like plant that grows in wet ground or shallow water.

reed in Danish

rør
noun
(countable) Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.
siv
noun
(countable) Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.

What does "reed" mean?

  1. noun A tall, slender grass-like plant that grows in wet ground or shallow water.
    "Frogs hid among the reeds at the water's edge."
  2. noun A thin strip of cane or metal in certain musical instruments that vibrates to produce sound.
    "The oboe's double reed must be wet before you start to play."
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reed in a sentence

  • Frogs hid among the reeds at the water's edge.
  • The path was lined with tall reeds swaying in the breeze.
  • The oboe's double reed must be wet before you start to play.
  • A cracked reed makes the saxophone sound harsh and squeaky.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "reed" in Danish?
"reed" in Danish is rør, siv. reed means: A tall, slender grass-like plant that grows in wet ground or shallow water.
How do you use "reed" in a sentence?
Example: "Frogs hid among the reeds at the water's edge." In Danish, "reed" is rør, siv.
Are there other ways to say "reed" in Danish?
Yes — Danish has 2 translations listed for "reed": rør, siv.
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