der Tiger, –
tiger
Ein großes wildes Tier mit orangefarbenem Fell, schwarzen Streifen und scharfen Zähnen.
The German word "Tiger" is a noun that refers to the animal "tiger." It is derived from the Latin word "tigris" and is used in the same contexts as in English. "Tiger" specifically denotes the large wild cat known for its striped coat and powerful build.
Similar words in German include "Löwe" (lion) and "Leopard" (leopard), both of which refer to other big cats. The primary difference between "Tiger" and these similar words is the specific species and its characteristics. While a tiger is characterized by its distinctive orange fur with black stripes, a lion is known for its mane, and a leopard has a spotted coat.
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Examples
Der Tiger ist ein Raubtier.noun
The tiger is a carnivorous animal.
Tiger sind mächtige Raubtiere.noun
Tigers are powerful predators.
Der Tiger schleicht leise durch den Dschungel.noun
The tiger sneaks quietly through the jungle.
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