roe deer
das Reh, die Rehe
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roe deer
A medium-sized mammal from the deer family, widespread in Europe and Asia, known for its slender appearance.
Am Waldrand konnten wir ein Reh mit seinem Kitz beobachten.
At the edge of the forest, we were able to observe a roe deer with its fawn.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Rehe |
| genitive | des Rehs |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Reh | die Rehe |
| accusative | das Reh | die Rehe |
| dative | dem Reh | den Rehen |
| genitive | des Rehs des Rehes | der Rehe |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The adjective 'scheu' (shy / timid) is used very frequently with 'Reh' (roe deer). The combination 'ein scheues Reh' (a timid roe deer) is a fixed expression that describes the animal's typical characteristic.
Das Kind war so leise wie ein scheues Reh.
The child was as quiet as a timid roe deer.
The young of a roe deer has its own name: 'das Rehkitz' (roe deer fawn). This word is also very common.
Im hohen Gras versteckte sich ein kleines Rehkitz.
A small roe deer fawn was hiding in the tall grass.
Roe deer are often described in a particular context: you typically see them 'am Waldrand' (at the edge of the forest) or 'auf einer Lichtung' (in a clearing), usually at twilight or dawn.
Früh am Morgen sahen wir ein Reh am Waldrand stehen.
Early in the morning, we saw a roe deer standing at the edge of the forest.
stag / idiot
Hirsch and Reh refer to different animals, although they may look similar. Hirsch is a large male animal and typically has large antlers. Reh is medium-sized and more slender; in everyday usage, Hirsch is not a general term for Reh.
Am Waldrand steht ein schlankes Reh zwischen den Bäumen.
A slender roe deer is standing among the trees at the edge of the forest.
Am Waldrand steht ein großer Hirsch mit einem mächtigen Geweih.
A large stag with magnificent antlers is standing at the edge of the forest.
