der Iltis
Translation
polecat
Examples
Der Iltis ist ein nachtaktives Tier.
The polecat is a nocturnal animal.
Man sieht selten einen Iltis im Wald.
You rarely see a polecat in the forest.
Grammar Patterns
((der Iltis)) used as a subject The polecat lives in Europe. Der Iltis lebt in Europa.
Similar Words
Stinktier (skunk)
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'illitiso', which translates to 'evil-smelling one'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Iltis' as sounding a bit like 'ill-this', referring to its pungent defensive odor.