No. 8,872 in German
lama
"Lama" in German refers to a "lama," a domesticated South American animal of the camelid family.
In a sentence
Ein Lama ist ein Tier, das oft in den Anden lebt.
A llama is an animal that often lives in the Andes.
In this sentence, 'Lama' is used as the name of an animal, specifically the llama, highlighting its zoological context.
Der Dalai Lama ist ein spiritueller Führer des Buddhismus.
The Dalai Lama is a spiritual leader of Buddhism.
Here, 'Lama' refers to a spiritual leader in Tibetan Buddhism, showcasing its religious and cultural significance.
In meinem Urlaub habe ich ein Lama gesehen und es fotografiert.
During my vacation, I saw a llama and took a photo of it.
In this example, 'Lama' again denotes the animal, the llama, demonstrating its use in describing personal experiences with nature.
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