die Windel
Translation
diaper, nappy
Examples
Das Baby braucht eine neue Windel.
The baby needs a new diaper.
Wir müssen Windeln kaufen.
We have to buy diapers.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to change sth. I need to change the diaper.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none common); Antonyms: (none)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'windel', related to the verb 'winden' (to wind, wrap), as it is wound around a baby.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'wind'ing motion of putting on a diaper. It sounds a bit like 'wind'.