No. 1,896 in German
wangen
"Wangen" translates to "cheeks" in English.
In a sentence
Sie roch nach Blumen und ihre Wangen waren rot.
She smelled like flowers and her cheeks were red.
In this sentence, 'Wangen' refers to 'cheeks' as part of the face, describing their appearance.
Der Wind streichelte sanft ihre Wangen.
The wind gently stroked her cheeks.
Here, 'Wangen' represents 'cheeks,' and the sentence emphasizes the sensory experience of touch on the facial skin.
Er berührte sanft ihre Wangen, um sie zu trösten.
He gently touched her cheeks to comfort her.
In this context, 'Wangen' indicates 'cheeks,' focusing on the comforting gesture directed at them.
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