This is the 1896th most frequent German word.
wangen
"Wangen" translates to "cheeks" in English.
In this sentence, 'Wangen' refers to 'cheeks' as part of the face, describing their appearance.
Sie roch nach Blumen und ihre Wangen waren rot.
She smelled like flowers and her cheeks were red.
Here, 'Wangen' represents 'cheeks,' and the sentence emphasizes the sensory experience of touch on the facial skin.
Der Wind streichelte sanft ihre Wangen.
The wind gently stroked her cheeks.
In this context, 'Wangen' indicates 'cheeks,' focusing on the comforting gesture directed at them.