Schwein
pig
Meaning of Schwein
großes Nutztier mit dickem Körper und kurzem Rüssel
a domesticated mammal with a stout body, short legs, and a short snout
Pronunciation
Schwein with English translation
Schwein usage examples
Das Schwein wälzt sich im Schlamm.
The pig is rolling in the mud.
Auf dem Hof leben drei Schweine.
Three pigs live on the farm.
Schwein synonyms
What's the difference between Schwein / Sau
Refers specifically to an adult female pig (a sow); in colloquial speech it can also be used figuratively with a negative sense.
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Schwein belongs to the topic "Farm Animals →". Start with a short set of 6 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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Schwein meaning: what does it mean?
a domesticated mammal with a stout body, short legs, and a short snout
Schwein pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Schwein is pronounced as [ʃvaɪ̯n]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Schwein definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The pig is rolling in the mud. Translation: Das Schwein wälzt sich im Schlamm.
Is Schwein part of Farm Animals vocabulary?
Yes, Schwein (pig) can be learned in the Farm Animals topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Schwein part of Living Beings vocabulary?
Yes, Schwein (pig) can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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