Dünn
Example: Die dünne Katze passt durch das kleine Fenster.
Definition
"Dünn" describes something having a small distance between its opposite surfaces or sides, often referring to objects or living beings that are slim or slender. For example, in the phrase "Die dünne Katze passt durch das kleine Fenster," it indicates that the cat is slim enough to fit through a small window.
Etymology
The word "dünn" comes from Old High German "dunn," which shares roots with other Germanic languages, meaning thin or lean. It has retained its meaning over centuries, consistently describing something that is not thick or dense.
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"Dünn" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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