Zunge

Zunge is a German word that means “tongue” in English. It can refer to the anatomical part of the body that is located in the mouth and is responsible for tasting, swallowing, and speaking. But it can also be used to describe the way people speak or the language they use.

Opposites/Synonyms: The opposite of Zunge is “Stille” (silence) as silence is the absence of speech or sound. Synonyms include “Sprache” (language) and “Rede” (speech).

Examples:

1. Die Zunge ist ein wichtiger Bestandteil des Verdauungssystems. (The tongue is an important part of the digestive system.)

2. Ihre Zunge ist so scharf, dass sie immer alle kritisiert. (Her tongue is so sharp, she always criticizes everyone.)

3. In seiner Heimatregion spricht man eine andere Zunge als in der Hauptstadt. (In his home region, people speak a different tongue than they do in the capital.)\ Visit YouGlish.com