Flussaue

river floodplain, riparian meadow

noun FLOOS-ow-eh Rare

Usage Note

Flussaue refers to the flat, flood-prone land bordering a river, characterised by periodic inundation. It is a key term in ecology and river management; Auwald (riparian forest) grows within it. Plural Flussauen.

Examples

"Die Flussaue wurde nach dem Hochwasser neu bepflanzt."

Natural Translation

The river floodplain was replanted after the flood.

Literal Translation

The river-floodplain was newly planted after the high-water.

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