das Viech
Translation
critter, creature, beast
Examples
Im Garten sind lauter komische Viecher.
The garden is full of strange critters.
Dieses kleine Viech ist aber süß.
This little creature is so cute.
Grammar Patterns
strange critters Im Garten sind komische Viecher.
a small creature Dieses kleine Viech ist süß.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Getier (vermin/small animals), Bestie (beast, stronger)
Etymology
Related to 'Vieh' (livestock), but used colloquially for any kind of creature.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a more informal, sometimes affectionate, sometimes dismissive version of 'Tier' (animal).