This is the 12724th most frequent German word.
windmühlen
Windmills.
In this sentence, 'Windmühlen' refers to the physical structures used for grinding grain or generating power through wind.
Die alten Windmühlen stehen auf dem Hügel.
The old windmills stand on the hill.
Here, 'Windmühlen' symbolizes futile or imaginary obstacles, referencing the classic story of Don Quixote.
Er kämpft gegen Windmühlen, so wie Don Quijote.
He fights against windmills, just like Don Quixote.
In this context, 'Windmühlen' refers to modern windmills or turbines used for generating renewable energy.