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The German word 'wild' is an adjective that means 'wild' or 'untamed' in English. It is used to describe animals or nature that are not domesticated or controlled by humans. For example, you could say 'Ein wildes Tier' to mean 'A wild animal'. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is out of control or unpredictable.
Example sentences using: wild
Die Wildkatze ist in diesen Wäldern heimisch.
The wildcat is native to these forests.
This sentence is discussing the habitat of the wildcat, specifically stating that it is native to the forests being referred to. The term 'wild' here is used to describe the type of cat, not its temperament or behavior.
Er wurde wild, als er das Chaos sah.
He went wild when he saw the chaos.
In this sentence, the word 'wild' is used to describe a person's reaction to a chaotic situation. It implies an extreme emotional response and not a reference to an untamed or savage state.
Ich liebe die wilden Farben in ihrem Gemälde.
I love the wild colors in her painting.
This sentence is expressing an appreciation for the bright, possibly unconventional colors used in a painting. 'Wild' in this context means vivid or intense.