No. 5,698 in German
bodensee
"Bodensee" translates to "Lake Constance," a large lake on the border of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
In a sentence
Der Bodensee ist der größte See Deutschlands.
Lake Constance is the largest lake in Germany.
Here, 'Bodensee' is used as a proper noun referring to the geographical location, Lake Constance.
Ich habe am Bodensee Urlaub gemacht und mich am Wasser entspannt.
I vacationed at Lake Constance and relaxed by the water.
In this sentence, 'Bodensee' refers to the place where the activity, a vacation, occurred, emphasizing its geographical and cultural significance.
Die Umgebung des Bodensees ist ideal für Wanderungen.
The area around Lake Constance is ideal for hiking.
Here, 'Bodensee' indicates the central point around which the surrounding area is described and activities are suggested.
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