die Bachmuschel
Translation
freshwater mussel, river mussel, brook mussel
Examples
Im klaren Bach fanden wir eine Bachmuschel.
We found a freshwater mussel in the clear brook.
Die Bachmuschel ist ein Indikator für sauberes Wasser.
The freshwater mussel is an indicator of clean water.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) as a subject The Bachmuschel lives in the water.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Flussmuschel, Süßwassermuschel (freshwater mussel)
Etymology
Composed of 'Bach' (brook) and 'Muschel' (mussel). Literally 'brook mussel'.
Memory Tips
Think of a mussel living in a small 'Bach' (brook). The word parts directly describe the object.