der Fink
Translation
finch
Examples
Ein Fink sitzt auf dem Ast.
A finch is sitting on the branch.
Im Garten singt ein bunter Fink.
A colourful finch is singing in the garden.
Grammar Patterns
der Fink the finch The finch builds its nest in the tree.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Spatz (sparrow), Meise (titmouse)
Etymology
From Old High German 'finko', thought to be onomatopoeic, imitating the bird's call.
Memory Tips
The word 'Fink' is very similar to the English 'finch', making it easy to remember.