die Wiege, -n
cradle
Ein kleines Bett für Babys, das oft sanft hin und her bewegt werden kann, damit sie leichter einschlafen.
The German word "Wiege" is a noun that means "cradle" or "crib". It is primarily used to refer to a small bed for infants, often one that rocks. This term can also metaphorically signify the origin or starting place of something, as in "die Wiege der Kultur" (the cradle of culture). Similar German words include "Kinderbett" (children’s bed) and "Gitterbett" (cot), though these aren't necessarily rocking like a "Wiege".
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Examples
Das Baby liegt in der Wiege.noun
The baby is lying in the cradle.
Die alte Wiege steht neben dem Fenster.noun
The old cradle stands next to the window.
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