amsel
|am-sel|
B2
/ˈæmsəl/
blackbird
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amsel' originates from Old High German, specifically the word 'amsala', where 'ams-' meant 'black' and '-ala' was a diminutive suffix.
Historical Evolution
'amsala' transformed into the Middle High German word 'amsel', and eventually became the modern German word 'amsel'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'small black bird', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'blackbird'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
amsel is a German word for 'blackbird', specifically the common blackbird (Turdus merula).
The amsel sang beautifully in the early morning.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/24 13:06