This is the 6814th most frequent German word.
fahnen
The German word "fahnen" means "flags" in English (plural of "Fahne").
Here, 'Fahnen' is used as the plural form of 'Fahne,' meaning 'flag,' indicating physical banners.
Die großen Fahnen wehten im Wind.
The large flags were waving in the wind.
In this context, 'Fahnen' metaphorically signifies signs or symbols indicating changes.
Ich sehe die Fahnen der Veränderung am Horizont.
I see the flags of change on the horizon.
Here, 'Fahnen' is poetically describing streaks or elements of the sunset, using a figurative meaning.