Straße

Meaning and Usage

"Straße" is the German word for "street" or "road." It is commonly used to refer to a paved public thoroughfare in a town or city where people and vehicles travel.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "Straße" is a feminine noun. It does not have any recognizable prefixes or suffixes in modern German. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "strâza," which also means "street" or "road."

Comparisons between German and English

The German word "Straße" directly translates to the English word "street." Both words share the same basic meaning and are used in similar contexts.

Cultural Context

In German-speaking countries, "Straße" is commonly part of street names, and it plays a key role in addressing locations and giving directions.

Example Sentences

1. Die Straße ist sehr breit. (The street is very wide.)
2. Das Restaurant liegt an der Hauptstraße. (The restaurant is located on the main street.)

Memory Tips

Associate "Straße" with the English word "street" to remember its meaning easily.

Additional Vocabulary

• die Gasse (alley)
• die Landstraße (country road)
• der Gehsteig (sidewalk)

Gender and Plural (for nouns)

Gender: Feminine Plural: die Straßen

Conjugation (for verbs)

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