Bau
burrow
underground animal hole
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Bau with Russian translation
Bau usage examples
Под деревом находится глубокая нора.
Unter dem Baum liegt ein tiefer Bau.
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Bau belongs to the topic "Wild Animals". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
Bau synonyms
What's the difference between Bau / Höhle / Versteck
Usually denotes a larger or natural cavity (can be a cave or den); does not always mean a small underground burrow.
A general word for a hiding place; can be natural or man-made and does not necessarily refer to an animal burrow.
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How to pronounce Bau and what this word means
Bau means burrow. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Bau
[baʊ̯]
Bau translation
burrow
Bau examples
Der Hase versteckt sich im Bau.
Bau transcription
[baʊ̯]
Questions about this word
Bau meaning: what does it mean?
unterirdische Höhle oder Röhre, die von Tieren gegraben wurde
Bau pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Bau is pronounced as [baʊ̯]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Bau definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Der Hase versteckt sich im Bau. Translation: Заяц прячется в норе.
Is Bau part of Wild Animals vocabulary?
Yes, Bau (burrow) can be learned in the Wild Animals topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Bau part of Living Beings vocabulary?
Yes, Bau (burrow) can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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