das Kälbchen
Translation
little calf, calf
Examples
Das Kälbchen trinkt Milch bei seiner Mutter.
The little calf is drinking milk from its mother.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) little calf The little calf is playing in the meadow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kalb
Etymology
From 'Kalb' (calf) with the diminutive suffix '-chen', indicating something small or dear.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-chen' in German makes nouns neuter (das) and means 'little'. So, 'das Kälbchen' is a 'little calf'.