das Hinterbein
Translation
hind leg
Examples
Das Pferd verletzte sich am Hinterbein.
The horse injured its hind leg.
Ein Frosch springt mit seinen starken Hinterbeinen.
A frog jumps with its strong hind legs.
Grammar Patterns
to injure ((one's)) hind leg to injure ((one's)) hind leg The horse injured its hind leg.
Similar Words
Synonyms: -; Antonyms: Vorderbein (foreleg)
Etymology
A compound of 'hinter' (behind, hind) and 'Bein' (leg). It literally translates to 'hind leg'.
Memory Tips
This is a straightforward compound word. Knowing 'hinter' means 'behind' makes it easy to remember.