Draht
Meaning and Usage
"Draht" in German translates to "wire" in English. It refers to a thin, flexible metal strand that is commonly used in electrical, construction, and crafting applications.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Draht" doesn't have any prefixes or suffixes. It has its roots in the Old High German word "draht" and Middle High German word "trat" which means "wire" or "thread".
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Draht" has a similar meaning to its English counterpart "wire".
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, "Draht" is used in various industrial and domestic applications, and it is also used metaphorically in expressions such as "auf Draht sein" (to be efficient or quick-witted).
Example Sentences
- Die Elektriker verlegen den Draht in der Wand. (The electricians are running the wire in the wall.)
- Sie flocht Blumen um den Draht. (She wove flowers around the wire.)
Memory Tips
To remember the word "Draht," you can associate it with the image of a "wire" being twisted or shaped into different forms.
Additional Vocabulary
- Der Kabel (cable)
- Die Leitung (conduit)
- Der Stahl (steel)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
- Gender: masculinum (masc.)
- Plural: die Drähte
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable as "Draht" is a noun.