die Taube
Translation
pigeon, dove
Examples
Eine Taube sitzt auf dem Dach.
A pigeon is sitting on the roof.
Die weiße Taube ist ein Symbol des Friedens.
The white dove is a symbol of peace.
Grammar Patterns
die Taube (the pigeon/dove) There are many pigeons in the square.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vogel (bird)
Etymology
From Old High German 'tūba'. Cognate with the English word 'dove'.
Memory Tips
While 'Taube' can mean both pigeon and dove, think of the famous white dove ('weiße Taube') as a symbol of peace to remember it.