der Felsen, –
rock
Großer, harter Stein in der Natur, oft an Bergen oder an der Küste.
The German word "Felsen" is a noun that means "rock" or "cliff". It refers to a large, solid mass of stone, often naturally exposed. It is a singular or plural form depending on the context (singular: der Felsen, plural: die Felsen).
- Root: The noun itself does not break down into smaller meaningful parts.
Similar words:
- Stein (stone) — Typically smaller individual stones.
- Klippe (cliff) — Focuses more on a steep rock face, often by the sea.
- Felsschuppe (rock slab) — Smaller flat rock pieces.
Difference:
- "Felsen" usually denotes larger, more massive rock formations than "Stein", which refers to smaller stones.
- "Klippe" specifically highlights a steep or vertical rock, whereas "Felsen" is a more general term for big rocks.
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Examples
Der Vogel sitzt auf dem Felsen.noun
The bird is sitting on the rock.
Die Kinder klettern auf die Felsen am Meer.noun
The children are climbing on the rocks by the sea.
Hinter dem Haus liegt ein großer Felsen im Gras.noun
Behind the house lies a large rock in the grass.
Unter den Felsen gibt es oft kleine Höhlen.noun
There are often small caves under the rocks.
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