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Strange German words for body parts

Elizabeth GrenierAugust 17, 2016

Germans have creative ways to talk about the body. Here are some of our favorite German words for body parts - but we wouldn't recommend using all of them at the doctor's.

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Six-pack, Copyright: picture-alliance/chromorange /M. Müller
Image: picture-alliance/chromorange /M. Müller

From fruit and vegetables to musical bones, Germans have a myriad creative ways to talk about their bodies. Some terms are meant to flatter where it's needed, while others are downright harsh. Click through the gallery above to expand your German body vocabulary.

For German words that could impact your view of nature, click through the gallery below: