das Nüßle
Translation
little nut, small nut
Examples
Das Eichhörnchen knackt ein Nüßle.
The squirrel is cracking a little nut.
Grammar Patterns
((das Nüßle)) a little nut The squirrel is cracking a little nut.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Nüsschen
Etymology
Diminutive of 'Nuss' (nut), using the Swabian/Alemannic suffix '-le' to mean 'little'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Nuss' (nut) and add the '-le' sound, like in 'little', to remember it means 'little nut'. It's a cute, regional term from Southern Germany.