perishable in German

perishable in German is verderblich, begrenzt haltbar, kurzlebig — perishable means likely to go bad or rot quickly unless kept cool or used soon, said especially of food.

perishable in German

verderblich

adj

Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

begrenzt haltbar

adj

Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

kurzlebig

adj

Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

leichtverderblich

adj

Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

vergänglich

adj

Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

Vergängliches

noun

That which perishes or is short-lived.

Leichtverderbliches

noun

(in the plural) Food that does not keep for long.

Verderbliches

noun

(in the plural) Food that does not keep for long.

What does "perishable" mean?

adjective Likely to go bad or rot quickly unless kept cool or used soon, said especially of food.
"Perishable items such as milk and fish go straight into the chiller."
noun A food or product that spoils quickly; usually used in the plural.
"Unload the perishables first."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

perishable in a sentence

Perishable items such as milk and fish go straight into the chiller.
Ship the perishable goods overnight.
Unload the perishables first.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "perishable" in German?

"perishable" in German is verderblich, begrenzt haltbar, kurzlebig. perishable means: Likely to go bad or rot quickly unless kept cool or used soon, said especially of food.

How do you use "perishable" in a sentence?

Example: "Perishable items such as milk and fish go straight into the chiller." In German, "perishable" is verderblich, begrenzt haltbar, kurzlebig.

Are there other ways to say "perishable" in German?

Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "perishable": verderblich, begrenzt haltbar, kurzlebig, leichtverderblich, vergänglich, Vergängliches.

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