German word

Adler

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaːdlɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nouneagle

Example

Ich habe einen Adler gesehen.

I saw an eagle.

Illustration for Adler (eagle)

More examples

Wir konnten vom Gipfel aus einen Adler in freier Wildbahn beobachten.

From the summit, we were able to observe an eagle in the wild.

Core concept

A broad-winged raptor circles high above the ground before folding its wings for a rapid strike.

Common phrases

  • einen Adler beobachten

    observe an eagle

  • Adler in freier Wildbahn

    an eagle in the wild

Similar words

Vogel: A feathered animal that flies through the air with wings.
Greifvogel: A predatory bird that catches prey with a sharp beak and hooked talons.

Definition in German

Ein großer Raubvogel mit scharfem Blick und kräftigen Krallen, der aus großer Höhe schnell herabstößt.

Word origin

German Adler continues Old High German adalar through Middle High German adelære, with historical sound changes leading to the modern form.

Usage tips

  • Adler is masculine, so the accusative in the example is einen Adler rather than eine Adler.

Related words

  • Adleraugeeagle eyenoun
  • Adlerhorsteagle's nestnoun
  • Adlerperspektivebird's-eye viewnoun

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