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nounnoun

der Affe, -n

monkey

The German word "Affe" is a noun meaning "ape" or "monkey". It refers to the animal and does not break down further into smaller German words (it's a base noun).

Similar words include:

  • "Menschenaffe" (great ape, e.g., chimpanzee)
  • "Primat" (primate)
  • "Säugetier" (mammal, broader category)

Difference:

  • "Affe" is the general term for monkey/ape.
  • "Menschenaffe" specifies the great apes related to humans.
  • "Primat" is a scientific term including both monkeys and apes.
  • "Säugetier" is a broad category covering all mammals, much wider in scope.

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Examples

Der Affe hängt im Baum.noun

The monkey is hanging in the tree.

Die Affen essen Bananen im Zoo.noun

The monkeys eat bananas at the zoo.

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