Rochen

ray

noun ROH-khen Rare

Also means

skate (fish)

Usage Note

Rochen covers rays and skates (order Batoidea); the Stechrochen (stingray) and Zitterrochen (electric ray) are the best-known species in German waters. Occasional bycatch in North Sea fisheries; some species are threatened.

Examples

"Im Aquarium konnte man die Rochen direkt berühren."

Natural Translation

In the aquarium one could touch the rays directly.

Literal Translation

In-the aquarium could one the rays directly touch.

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