noun
die Fahne, -n
flag
Ein Stück Stoff, das an einem Mast hängt und oft Farben oder Zeichen zeigt, um etwas zu vertreten oder anzuzeigen.
The German word "Fahne" is a noun meaning "flag" or "banner".
- It refers to a piece of fabric with a distinctive design used as a symbol, signal, or decoration, often representing a country, organization, or group.
- The word itself does not have smaller constituent words, as it is a basic noun.
Similar words:
- Flagge (flag) – often interchangeable with "Fahne," but "Flagge" is more formal.
- Banner (banner) – generally refers to a longer strip of fabric or a sign with writing.
- Standarte (standard) – typically a military or ceremonial flag.
Differences:
- Fahne is the general term for flag, especially smaller or traditional ones.
- Flagge often refers to national flags or official flags.
- Banner tends to be used for promotional or decorative strips.
- Standarte denotes flags of official or ceremonial use, often with a fixed design for a group or unit.
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Examples
Die Fahne weht im Wind.noun
The flag is waving in the wind.
Am Mast hängt eine große Fahne.noun
A large flag hangs on the mast.
Auf dem Tisch lagen bunte Fahnen für das Fest.noun
On the table lay colorful flags for the festival.
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