das Wattenmeer
Translation
Wadden Sea, tidal flat sea
Examples
Wir machen eine Wanderung im Wattenmeer.
We are going for a hike in the Wadden Sea.
Das Wattenmeer ist ein einzigartiger Lebensraum.
The Wadden Sea is a unique habitat.
Grammar Patterns
((the Wattenmeer)) to recognize ((as sth.)) The Wadden Sea is recognized as a World Heritage Site.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Küste (coast), die Gezeitenzone (intertidal zone)
Etymology
Composed of 'Watt' (mudflat) and 'Meer' (sea).
Memory Tips
Picture walking on the 'Meer' (sea) floor, which becomes a 'Watt' (mudflat) at low tide.