Wusste nicht, dass Engel fliegen können.
Didn't know angels could fly.
Language note: The word 'Engel' is familiar in both languages, suggesting angels often symbolize purity and admiration.
Culture note: Angels are a common motif in Western symbolism, often used in expressions of beauty and innocence.
Context: Admiring their charm, you feel it's a great moment for a compliment.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Wusste
[voos-te]
knew
Past tense of 'know'; to have had knowledge or understanding of something.
Ich wusste die Antwort.
I knew the answer.
nicht
[nisht]
not
Used to make a word or group of words negative.
Ich bin nicht sicher.
I am not sure.
dass
[dass]
that
Used to introduce a clause, especially when the preceding word implies disclosing or reporting anything.
Ich hoffe, dass du kommst.
I hope that you come.
Engel
[eng-el]
angel
A spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God.
Er ist wie ein Engel.
He is like an angel.
fliegen
[flee-gen]
fly
To move through the air using wings.
Vögel fliegen am Himmel.
Birds fly in the sky.
können
[koe-nen]
can
To be able to do something.
Ich kann schwimmen.
I can swim.
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