das Eichhörnchen
Translation
squirrel
Examples
Ein Eichhörnchen klettert auf den Baum.
A squirrel is climbing the tree.
Das Eichhörnchen sammelt Nüsse für den Winter.
The squirrel is collecting nuts for the winter.
Grammar Patterns
(as subject) The squirrel is nimble. Das Eichhörnchen ist flink.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Eichkätzchen (regional)
Etymology
Compounded from 'Eiche' (oak) and 'Hörnchen' (little horn), likely referring to its ears or tail.
Memory Tips
Imagine a small animal with 'little horns' (its ears) sitting on an 'oak' tree (Eiche).