German Conversation · Level 9
87 words
German word
Wald
Pronunciation
IPA/valt/
Meaning
- masculine nounforest
Example
Wir gehen in den Wald.
We're going into the forest.
More examples
Wir machen ein Picknick im Wald.
We are having a picnic in the forest.
Core concept
A broad stretch of trees forms a continuous green shelter for plants, animals, and people.
Common phrases
im Wald spazieren gehen
go for a walk in the forest
ein Picknick im Wald
a picnic in the forest
Similar words
Park: A public outdoor space with lawns and paths for walking or relaxing.
Wiese: An open grassy area used for picnics, play, or leisure.
Forst: A large forest that may be managed for forestry.
Definition in German
Ein größeres, zusammenhängendes Gebiet mit vielen Bäumen, das als natürlicher Lebensraum bezeichnet wird.
Word origin
Wald is an inherited Germanic noun, recorded in Old High German wald and tracing back to a Proto-Germanic word for a wooded area.
Usage tips
- Wald is masculine, with the irregular plural Wälder; movement uses in den Wald, while location uses im Wald.