This is the 4799th most frequent German word.
aal
The German word "Aal" means "eel" in English.
Here, 'Aal' refers to the fish, eel, commonly used in a biological or aquatic context.
Der Aal schwimmt geschmeidig durch das Wasser.
The eel swims smoothly through the water.
In this sentence, 'Aal' metaphorically describes someone's agile and slippery movements.
Er bewegt sich wie ein Aal, sehr flink und wendig.
He moves like an eel, very quick and agile.
Here, 'Aal' is part of the adjective 'aalglatt', indicating extreme smoothness, inspired by the eel's slippery texture.