Käfer
/ˈkɛːfɐ/noun★Beginner
general
A beetle, an insect with a hard shell and six legs.
Der Marienkäfer ist ein beliebter Glückssymbol.
The ladybug is a popular symbol of luck.
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The word 'Käfer' is a general term for beetles, including common species like ladybugs.
Collocations
MarienkäferladybugKäferlarvebeetle larva
Synonyms
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Gender Note
'Käfer' is a masculine noun in German, so it takes masculine articles and adjectives.
📖Word Origin
From Middle High German 'kever', related to Old High German 'kebar' (beetle).
📝Usage Notes
In German, 'Käfer' is a general term for beetles, but specific types like 'Marienkäfer' (ladybug) or 'Maikäfer' (May bug) have distinct names.
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