Fluß, Flüsse
river
Ein breites, fließendes Gewässer, das durch Landschaften verläuft und oft in ein Meer oder einen See mündet.
The German word "Fluß" (modern spelling: "Fluss") is a noun meaning "river". It refers to a natural flowing watercourse, usually freshwater, flowing towards a sea, lake, or another river.
- Base word: Fluß / Fluss
- Meaning: river
Similar words:
- Bach – brook, creek (a smaller watercourse)
- Strom – stream, often referring to larger rivers or currents
- Gewässer – general term for water bodies
Differences:
- Fluss refers specifically to rivers, medium to large natural flowing waters.
- Bach indicates a smaller, often shallow, flowing water body.
- Strom typically emphasizes the size or strength of the river's flow.
Note: "Fluß" is an old spelling; since the German spelling reform (1996), the correct spelling is "Fluss".
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Examples
Der Rhein ist ein langer Fluss in Europa.other
The Rhine is a long river in Europe.
Am Fluß entlang spazieren viele Menschen.other
Along the river, many people walk.
Am Fluß gehen wir oft spazieren.other
We often go for walks by the river.
Am Fluß entlang wachsen schöne Kirschbäume.other
Beautiful cherry trees grow along the river.
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