This is the 3536th most frequent German word.
lions
The German word "lions" does not exist; "Löwen" is the German word for "lions" in English.
Here, 'Löwen' refers to the plural form of the noun 'lion' indicating a general reference to a group of lions.
Die Löwen wandern durch die Savanne.
The lions are wandering through the savanna.
In this sentence, 'Löwen' again is the plural form, now describing a specific group of lions located in a zoo.
Die Löwen in diesem Zoo sind sehr gepflegt.
The lions in this zoo are very well cared for.
Here, 'Löwen' stands for the concept of multiple lions as symbols, showing an abstract usage.