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German word
Nest
Pronunciation
IPA/nɛst/
Meaning
- neuter nounnest
Example
Die Nester der Vögel sind gut versteckt.
The birds' nests are well hidden.
More examples
Die Krähe sitzt auf dem Nest und bewacht die Eier.
The crow is sitting on the nest and guarding the eggs.
Core concept
A tucked-away structure of twigs, grass, or similar material that shelters eggs and young.
Common phrases
ein Nest errichten
build a nest
im Nest brüten
incubate in the nest
das Nest bewachen
guard the nest
Similar words
Nistkasten: A box mounted on a tree or wall to provide birds with a safe nesting place.
Nistplatz: A suitable location where a bird can build its nest.
Horst: A large, sturdy bird's nest, often built high above the ground.
Definition in German
Bezeichnet einen von Tieren gefertigten Ort aus natürlichen Materialien, der Schutz und Platz zum Brüten sowie zum Aufziehen der Jungen bietet.
Word origin
Nest comes through Old High German nest from a Proto-Germanic form also reflected in English nest and Dutch nest.
Usage tips
- Nest is neuter, so the definite article is das in the singular and the plural is die Nester.
Related words
- Nestbaunest buildingnoun
- nistennestverb
- Nesthockerstay-at-home childnoun