Taube
Taube
Definition:
Taube (noun) translates to “pigeon” in English. It refers to a small to medium-sized bird with a plump body, short legs, and a characteristic cooing sound.
Opposite:
The opposite of Taube is “Raubvogel,” which translates to “bird of prey” in English. Unlike the peaceful Taube, Raubvogel refers to a carnivorous bird that hunts and feeds on other animals.
Synonyms:
Synonyms for Taube include:
- Brieftaube (noun): A homing pigeon used to carry messages.
- Stadttaube (noun): Urban pigeons commonly found in cities.
- Ringeltaube (noun): A type of wood pigeon with a distinctive white crescent on its neck.
Examples:
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Der Taubenschlag ist voller Tauben. (The pigeon loft is full of pigeons.)
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Die Tauben picken Brotkrumen vom Boden. (The pigeons peck bread crumbs from the ground.)
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Die Brieftaube flog erfolgreich zum Zielort und lieferte die Nachricht ab. (The homing pigeon successfully flew to its destination and delivered the message.)
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In vielen Städten trifft man auf freche Stadttauben. (In many cities, you come across cheeky urban pigeons.)
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Die Ringeltaube ist eine in Europa weit verbreitete Art. (The wood pigeon is a widely distributed species in Europe.)\ Visit YouGlish.com