noun
die Backe, -n
cheek
The German word "Backe" translates to "cheek" in English. It is related to the word "Wange" which also means "cheek" in German. "Backe" and "Wange" both derive from the Old High German word "wanga." Other related words include "Wangenknochen" (cheekbone) and "Backenzahn" (molar tooth).
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Examples
Die Backe des Babys ist ganz rund.noun
The baby's cheek is very round.
Die Backe des Babys ist ganz rund.noun
The cheek of the baby is completely round.
Deine Backe sieht geschwollen aus.noun
Your cheek looks swollen.
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