This is the 6833rd most frequent German word.
falcon
The German word "Falke" means "falcon" in English, a bird of prey known for its speed and hunting skills.
Here, 'Wanderfalke' refers to a specific species of falcon, used in its nominative form as the subject of the sentence.
Der Wanderfalke fliegt schnell und elegant.
The peregrine falcon flies swiftly and elegantly.
'Falke' in this context is used in its singular form, representing the bird generically within a historical context.
Im Mittelalter wurde der Falke oft zur Jagd verwendet.
In the Middle Ages, the falcon was often used for hunting.
Here, 'Falke' symbolizes abstract qualities, namely freedom and expansiveness, moving beyond its literal identification as a bird.