English–German

“calf” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/kalp/

Example

Das Kalb schläft im Stall.

The calf is sleeping in the barn.

Illustration for Kalb (calf)

How to say “calf” in German

“Calf” in German is Kalb.

A small young bovine standing beside its mother on a farm before reaching adult size.

Full entry for Kalb: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Kalb

Die Bäuerin füttert das Kalb mit der Flasche.

The farmer's wife feeds the calf with a bottle.

Tips for using Kalb

  • Kalb is neuter, so the standard form is das Kalb; its plural is Kälber, with an umlaut and a changed ending.

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