die Butte
Translation
flounder, plaice, pannier, back basket
Examples
Der Fischer hat eine große Butte gefangen.
The fisherman caught a large flounder.
Der Winzer trug die Trauben in einer Butte.
The vintner carried the grapes in a pannier.
Grammar Patterns
to catch ((sth.)) Der Fischer hat eine große Butte gefangen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Flunder, Scholle; Korb (basket), Kiepe (back basket)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'butte', related to 'butt' (blunt, flat), describing the fish's shape.
Memory Tips
Imagine a flat fish that looks like it's been 'butted' flat. For the basket, imagine 'butting' it with your back to carry it.