die Stute, -n
mare
The German word "Stute" is a noun that means "mare" (a female horse). It is a specific term referring to an adult female horse, especially one used for breeding.
Similar words:
- Pferd (horse, generic, any gender)
- Hengst (stallion, male horse)
- Fohlen (foal, young horse)
Difference:
While "Stute" specifically names an adult female horse, "Pferd" is a general term for any horse regardless of gender, "Hengst" refers to adult male horses, and "Fohlen" refers to young horses of either gender.
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Examples
Die Stute läuft über die Wiese.noun
The mare runs across the meadow.
Stuten sind im Frühling oft besonders lebhaft.noun
Mares are often especially lively in spring.
Die Stuten bekommen gerade Fohlen.noun
The mares are currently having foals.
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