der See, -n
lake
Ein großes Gewässer mit Süßwasser, das von Land umgeben ist.
The German word "See" is a masculine noun (der See) that means "lake". The word is straightforward and does not consist of multiple components with separate meanings. It refers to a body of standing freshwater surrounded by land, smaller than an ocean or sea.
Similar words and terms related to "See" include "Teich" (pond), "Stausee" (reservoir), and "Weiher" (a small lake or large pond, often man-made).
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Examples
Am See ist es sehr ruhig.noun
At the lake, it is very quiet.
Am See schwimmen Enten.noun
Ducks are swimming in the lake.
Am See sitzen viele Enten.noun
Many ducks are sitting by the lake.
Viele Kinder spielen am See.noun
Many children are playing at the lake.
Der See ist heute kalt.noun
The lake is cold today.
Wir fahren morgen an einen See.noun
We are driving to a lake tomorrow.
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