This is the 5698th most frequent German word.
bodensee
"Bodensee" translates to "Lake Constance," a large lake on the border of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Here, 'Bodensee' is used as a proper noun referring to the geographical location, Lake Constance.
Der Bodensee ist der größte See Deutschlands.
Lake Constance is the largest lake in Germany.
In this sentence, 'Bodensee' refers to the place where the activity, a vacation, occurred, emphasizing its geographical and cultural significance.
Ich habe am Bodensee Urlaub gemacht und mich am Wasser entspannt.
I vacationed at Lake Constance and relaxed by the water.
Here, 'Bodensee' indicates the central point around which the surrounding area is described and activities are suggested.