die Wolke, -n
cloud
Eine Ansammlung von winzigen Wassertröpfchen oder Eiskristallen, die am Himmel schweben und oft weiß oder grau aussehen.
The German word "Wolke" is a noun that means "cloud." It is a straightforward term with no additional prefixes or suffixes when standing alone.
Words with similar meanings in German include "Dunst" (mist or haze) and "Nebel" (fog).
Differences:
- Wolke - Refers explicitly to clouds in the sky, usually composed of water droplets or ice crystals.
- Dunst - Denotes a lesser visibility obstruction than fog, often caused by pollution or humidity.
- Nebel - Refers to a thicker, ground-level cloud cover that significantly reduces visibility.
"Wolke" pertains specifically to atmospheric phenomena at higher altitudes, whereas "Dunst" and "Nebel" deal with visibility obstructions nearer to the ground.
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Examples
Die Wolken am Himmel sind weiß.noun
The clouds in the sky are white.
Eine Wolke zieht vorbei.noun
A cloud passes by.
Die Wolke schwebt am Himmel.noun
The cloud floats in the sky.
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