das Nährgebiet
Translation
accumulation zone, feeding ground
Examples
Das Nährgebiet des Gletschers liegt hoch in den Bergen.
The glacier's accumulation zone is high in the mountains.
Das Watt ist ein wichtiges Nährgebiet für Vögel.
The mudflat is an important feeding ground for birds.
Grammar Patterns
das Nährgebiet ((of sth.)) - the accumulation zone/feeding ground of sth. The feeding ground of the birds is protected.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Futterplatz (feeding place), Weidegrund (pasture ground)
Etymology
Composed of 'nähren' (to nourish, to feed) and 'Gebiet' (area, region). Literally a 'nourishment area'.
Memory Tips
Think of an area ('Gebiet') that provides nourishment ('Nähr-'), either as snow for a glacier or food for animals.