honeycomb
die Wabe, die Waben
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honeycomb
A wax structure consisting of many mostly hexagonal cells in which bees store honey or pollen and raise their young.
Die Biene legte ein Ei in eine freie Zelle der Wabe.
The bee laid an egg in an empty cell of the honeycomb.
honeycomb structure
A honeycomb structure made up of many hexagonal cells or cavities, also found in engineered materials and designs.
Die leichte Platte besteht aus einer Wabe aus Aluminium.
The lightweight panel is made of an aluminum honeycomb.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Waben |
| genitive | der Wabe |
| singular | plural | |
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| nominative | die Wabe | die Waben |
| accusative | die Wabe | die Waben |
| dative | der Wabe | den Waben |
| genitive | der Wabe | der Waben |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Words related to beekeeping or bee life usually indicate that 'Wabe' (honeycomb) refers to the natural structure. In texts about panels, lightweight construction, or materials, 'Wabe' (honeycomb) refers to an engineered structure.
Die Imkerin entfernte vorsichtig eine beschädigte Wabe aus dem Bienenstock.
The beekeeper carefully removed a damaged honeycomb from the hive.
Die Wabe im Inneren der Platte sorgt für Stabilität bei geringem Gewicht.
The honeycomb inside the panel provides strength while keeping the weight low.
When referring to bee life, 'Wabe' (honeycomb) is often used with verbs such as 'bauen' (to build), 'füllen' (to fill), and 'verdeckeln' (to cap with wax). Combinations with 'Honig' (honey), 'Pollen' (pollen), or 'Brut' (brood) are also typical.
Die Bienen füllten die Wabe mit frischem Honig.
The bees filled the honeycomb with fresh honey.
Der Imker kontrollierte die Wabe auf Eier und Larven.
The beekeeper checked the honeycomb for eggs and larvae.
The technical meaning appears especially in texts about lightweight construction, materials, and structural design. Here, 'Wabe' (honeycomb) often describes a core or structure made up of many small cavities.
Die Wabe aus Kunststoff macht die Tür leicht und trotzdem stabil.
The plastic honeycomb makes the door lightweight yet sturdy.
