das Fohlen, –
foal
The German word "Fohlen" is a noun meaning "foal", which refers to a young horse, typically one that is still nursing or has just been born. It is a standalone word and not made up of smaller components.
Similar words include:
- "Jungpferd" (young horse)
- "Stutfohlen" (filly foal, female)
- "Hengstfohlen" (colt foal, male)
Difference:
"Fohlen" is a general term for a very young horse, while "Jungpferd" can refer to a young horse of a broader age range (not necessarily a newborn). "Stutfohlen" and "Hengstfohlen" specify the gender of the foal.
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Examples
Das Fohlen läuft über die Wiese.noun
The foal runs across the meadow.
Die Fohlen spielten gestern neugierig im Stall.noun
The foals played curiously in the stable yesterday.
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