No. 1,903 in German
wolff
"Wolff" is not a standard German word; it is typically a surname derived from "Wolf," meaning "wolf."
In a sentence
Der Wolf streifte durch den dichten Wald.
The wolf roamed through the dense forest.
The word 'Wolf' here is a noun referring to the animal, used as the subject of the sentence.
Seine Darstellung erinnerte mich an einen jungen Wolf.
His portrayal reminded me of a young wolf.
The word 'Wolf' is used as a metaphor comparing a person to a wolf symbolizing traits like wildness or independence.
Ich las das Buch von Markus Wolf über seine Spionagetätigkeiten.
I read Markus Wolf's book about his espionage activities.
Here, 'Wolf' appears as a proper noun, being the last name of a specific person.
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