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nounnoun

das Wolfsrudel, –

wolf pack

Definition & meaning

A wolf pack: a group of wolves that live and often hunt together. The term can also be used figuratively for a group acting together in a coordinated or aggressive way.

Grammar & word origin

A neuter noun: das Wolfsrudel. Its plural is die Wolfsrudel.

It is a compound of Wolf (“wolf”) and Rudel (“pack” or “social group of animals”). The -s- links the two parts.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Wolfgruppe (“group of wolves”) is a straightforward alternative, but is less specific than Wolfsrudel.
  • Meute (“pack”) can refer to a group of hunting or pack animals, especially dogs, so it is less precise for wolves.
  • There is no exact antonym. Einzelwolf (“solitary wolf”) is a contrast, describing one wolf rather than a group.

Common phrases & collocations

  • ein Wolfsrudel beobachten — to observe a wolf pack
  • ein Wolfsrudel jagt — a wolf pack hunts
  • das Rudel — the pack; often used after Wolfsrudel has already been mentioned.

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Examples

Das Wolfsrudel jagte gemeinsam im dunklen Wald.noun

The wolf pack hunted together in the dark forest.

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