Backe Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Backe" is used as noun with the meaning of "cheek", "jaw" or "jawbone".

Essential properties of "Backe"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Backe
  • Plural: die Backen

Meanings of "Backe" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Fleshy part of the face, below the eyes"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat eine rote Backe vom kalten Wind.He has a red cheek from the cold wind.
  2. Die linke Backe tut ihm weh.His left cheek hurts.
  3. Sie hat ein Grübchen in der rechten Backe.She has a dimple in her right cheek.

2.) "Rear part of the jaw"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Zahnarzt untersucht die Backe auf Entzündungen.The dentist examines the jaw for inflammation.
  2. Er hat Schmerzen in der rechten Backe.He has pain in his right jaw.
  3. Die Backe ist geschwollen nach der Operation.The jaw is swollen after the operation.
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