der Büffel
Translation
buffalo, water buffalo
Examples
Ein Büffel grast friedlich auf der Wiese.
A buffalo is grazing peacefully in the meadow.
Grammar Patterns
((a buffalo)) a large hoofed animal from Asia or Africa. A buffalo is grazing peacefully in the meadow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wasserbüffel (water buffalo), Wisent (bison)
Etymology
Derived from Latin 'bufalus' (wild ox).
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English word 'buffalo'. Focus on the German 'ü' pronunciation. Picture a 'buff' animal.