der Werder
Translation
river island, ait, eyot
Examples
Der Werder in der Mitte des Flusses ist unbewohnt.
The river island in the middle of the river is uninhabited.
Grammar Patterns
der Werder the river island The Werder is a small island in the river.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Insel (island)
Etymology
From Old High German 'werid', meaning 'island' or 'land by water'. Related to the English word 'weir'.
Memory Tips
Think of the famous football club 'Werder Bremen'. The club is located near the Weser river, and its name is derived from this term.