die Hyäne
Translation
hyenas
Examples
Hyänen jagen oft in Rudeln.
Hyenas often hunt in packs.
Das Lachen der Hyänen ist unheimlich.
The laughter of hyenas is eerie.
Grammar Patterns
((Subject)) as a subject Hyänen sind Fleischfresser.
((Accusative Object)) as an object Man kann in Afrika Hyänen sehen.
Similar Words
Schakal (jackal), Wolf (wolf)
Etymology
From Greek 'hýaina' (sow), due to the bristles on its back resembling those of a pig.
Memory Tips
Imagine a pack of hyenas laughing, which sounds like they are saying 'Hi, Anna!'. This connects the sound to the name.