Nebel

fog

noun NAY-bel Rare

Also means

mist

Usage Note

Nebel is masculine (der Nebel). German distinguishes Nebel (dense fog, visibility under 1 km) from Dunst (haze). Autumn Nebelwetter is a characteristic feature of Central European lowland climate, and Nebelhörner (fog horns) warn ships in coastal waters.

Examples

"Ein dichter Nebel lag über dem Fluss am frühen Morgen."

Natural Translation

A thick fog lay over the river in the early morning.

Literal Translation

A thick fog lay over the river in the early morning.

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