das Mädel
Translation
girl, lass
Examples
Die Mädel lachen und singen.
The girls are laughing and singing.
Sie ist ein hübsches Mädel aus Wien.
She is a pretty girl from Vienna.
Grammar Patterns
((das Mädel)) (as subject) the girl... Die Mädel lachen und singen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mädchen, junge Frau (young woman)
Etymology
A diminutive of 'Magd' (maiden), especially common in Southern Germany and Austria. The '-el' suffix is a diminutive.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a regional or more affectionate version of 'Mädchen'. It's similar to the difference between 'girl' and 'lass' in English.