körnerfressend
granivorous, seed-eating
Word details
- German meaning
- "Körnerfressend" beschreibt Tiere, insbesondere Vögel, deren Ernährung hauptsächlich aus Körnern besteht.
- English meaning
- "Granivorous" describes animals, especially birds, whose diet mainly consists of grains.
- German example
- Spatzen sind körnerfressende Vögel, die sich oft in der Nähe von Feldern aufhalten.
- English example
- Sparrows are granivorous birds that often stay near fields.
Example sentences with “körnerfressend”
Körnerfressende Vögel brauchen starke Schnäbel. (Seed-eating birds need strong beaks.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'körnerfressend' a compound adjective?
Yes, it is a compound of 'Körner' (grains/seeds) and 'fressend' (eating/feeding), used primarily in biological contexts.