kallen

kallen

"To chatter" or "to babble."

Here, 'kallen' is used to describe chattering, likely in a lively or joyful manner.

Die Kinder kallen fröhlich im Hof.

The children chatter joyfully in the yard.

In this case, 'kallen' refers to the typical sound made by crows, indicating its use for animal sounds.

Im Winter kann man hören, wie die Krähen kallen.

In winter, one can hear the crows cawing.

Here, 'kallen' is employed to signify mumbling or speaking lowly, often to oneself.

Der alte Mann saß am Kamin und kalle vor sich hin.

The old man sat by the fireplace muttering to himself.