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noun

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offspring

Das sind Kinder oder junge Tiere, die von Eltern geboren oder aufgezogen werden.

The German word "Nachwuchs" is a noun meaning "offspring", "progeny", or more broadly "young talent" or "new generation". It is made up of two words:

  • "nach" meaning "after" or "following",
  • "Wuchs" meaning "growth" or "development".

So, "Nachwuchs" literally refers to those who come after in growth or development—children or young successors.

Similar words:

  • Kinder (children),
  • Jugendliche (youths),
  • Erben (heirs),
  • Talente (talents, especially in professional context).

Difference:

  • "Nachwuchs" emphasizes both biological offspring and the concept of upcoming generations or emerging talent, especially in fields like sports, arts, or professions.
  • "Kinder" strictly means children,
  • "Jugendliche" focuses on age group (teenagers),
  • "Erben" specifically means heirs (focus on inheritance),
  • "Talente" refers primarily to gifted individuals rather than family descent.

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Examples

Der Zoo erwartet neuen Nachwuchs bei den Elefanten.noun

The zoo is expecting new offspring among the elephants.

Unsere Katze hat Nachwuchs bekommen.noun

Our cat has had offspring.

Wir freuen uns über den Nachwuchs im Zoo.noun

We are happy about the offspring in the zoo.

Viele Tiere kümmern sich liebevoll um ihren Nachwuchs.noun

Many animals lovingly take care of their offspring.

Nachwuchs bringt immer viel Freude.noun

Offspring always brings a lot of joy.

Der Nachwuchs der Katzen braucht viel Pflege.noun

The offspring of the cats needs a lot of care.

Der Nachwuchs der Vögel wächst schnell heran.noun

The offspring of the birds grows up quickly.

Der Nachwuchs der Tiere wurde liebevoll aufgezogen.noun

The offspring of the animals were lovingly raised.

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