Cradle in German 🇩🇪

die Wiege info.

Tips to remember the German word ‘die Wiege’:

1. Visualize a cradle: Imagine a traditional cradle that gently rocks back and forth, reminiscent of the German word ‘die Wiege.’
2. Associate with a lullaby: Think of a peaceful lullaby that puts a baby to sleep in a cradle, connecting it with ‘die Wiege.’
3. Link it to infancy: Remember that ‘die Wiege’ is used to refer to the bed or crib for small babies, emphasizing its association with infancy.

Explanations:
In German, ‘die Wiege’ is a feminine noun that means ‘cradle’ in English. It specifically refers to a small bed or crib for infants, typically supported by rockers or suspended from ropes or chains to create a gentle swaying motion. ‘Die Wiege’ is a common word used in the context of babies and early childhood.

Other words that mean the same thing:
1. Der Babybettchen: German term for ‘baby cradle.’
2. Das Kinderbett: Translates to ‘child’s bed,’ which can also refer to a crib or cradle.

Example sentences:
1. Das Baby schlummert friedlich in der Wiege. (The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle.)
2. Die Wiege wurde von Generation zu Generation weitergegeben. (The cradle was passed down from generation to generation.)
3. Die Eltern wippten das Baby sanft in der Wiege. (The parents gently rocked the baby in the cradle.)

Alternate meanings and slang:
In a broader, figurative sense, ‘die Wiege’ can refer to the place or region where something originates or is particularly strong. For example:
1. Berlin gilt als die Wiege der deutschen Kultur. (Berlin is considered the cradle of German culture.)
2. Liverpool ist die Wiege der Beatles. (Liverpool is the birthplace of the Beatles.)

Note:
Remember that ‘Wiege’ is always preceded by the definite article ‘die’ in German.

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