die Seen
Translation
lakes, seas
Examples
Die Seen in der Schweiz sind wunderschön.
The lakes in Switzerland are beautiful.
Wir schwimmen gerne in den Seen.
We like to swim in the lakes.
Grammar Patterns
to swim in the lakes In summer, we swim in the lakes. Im Sommer schwimmen wir in den Seen.
to walk by the lakes We often walk by the lakes. Wir gehen oft an den Seen spazieren.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gewässer (bodies of water); Antonyms: Land (land)
Etymology
Plural form of 'der See' (the lake) or 'die See' (the sea).
Memory Tips
Don't confuse it with the verb 'sehen' (to see). The context will make the meaning clear. Note that it's the plural for both masculine 'der See' and feminine 'die See'.