noun
das Schaf, -e
sheep
Ein Tier mit viel Wolle, das auf Wiesen lebt und oft in einer Gruppe zusammen ist.
The German word "Schaf" is a noun meaning "sheep".
- Schaf refers to the domesticated animal known for its wool and meat.
- It does not contain smaller meaningful parts as it is a simple noun.
Similar words:
- Widder (ram — male sheep)
- Lamm (lamb — young sheep)
Differences:
- "Widder" specifies the male sheep.
- "Lamm" refers specifically to a young sheep.
- "Schaf" is the general term for the species.
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Examples
Das Schaf frisst Gras auf der Wiese.noun
The sheep is eating grass in the meadow.
Ein Schaf steht auf der Wiese.noun
A sheep stands in the meadow.
Ein Schaf frisst Gras neben dem Zaun.noun
A sheep is eating grass next to the fence.
Die Schafe schlafen in dem Stall.noun
The sheep are sleeping in the stable.
Der Bauer verkaufte gestern ein Schaf auf dem Markt.noun
The farmer sold a sheep at the market yesterday.
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