Älchen
dasNounnematode; little worm
English translations
- 01
young elk
- 02
calf
Word details
- German meaning
- Verkleinerungsform von Aal, kleiner Aal.
- English meaning
- Eel (diminutive)
- Synonym
- Nematoden
- German example
- Im Bach schwimmen viele Älchen.
- English example
- Many small eels swim in the stream.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- das
- Singular Form
- das Älchen
- Plural Form
- die Älchen
Related words
- Schälchen
Small bowl
- Zuckerschälchen
sugar bowl
- Kapitälchen
Small capitals
- Nierentubulus
Renal tubule
Example sentences with “Älchen”
Das Älchen ist mikroskopisch klein. (The nematode is microscopically small.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'Älchen' a diminutive?
Yes, it is the diminutive of 'Aal' (eel), but it is specifically used for nematodes.