No. 12,970 in German
zunge
Tongue.
In a sentence
Die Katze leckte mit ihrer Zunge über das Fell.
The cat licked its fur with its tongue.
Here, 'Zunge' refers to the anatomical tongue, demonstrating its primary physical usage.
Er spricht mehrere Sprachen, aber seine Zunge stolpert manchmal über die Wörter.
He speaks several languages, but his tongue sometimes stumbles over the words.
In this sentence, 'Zunge' is used metaphorically to represent speech or articulation, showcasing its idiomatic application.
Die feurige Zunge der Flamme tanzte in der Dunkelheit.
The fiery tongue of the flame danced in the darkness.
Here, 'Zunge' is metaphorically used to describe the shape and appearance of the flame, illustrating its poetic and descriptive use.
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