Das Flugzeug
Example: Das Flugzeug fliegt heute pünktlich nach Berlin.
Definition
"Das Flugzeug" refers to an aircraft designed for air travel, typically powered by engines and capable of carrying passengers or cargo. It is the vehicle that flies through the air, commonly used for transportation over long distances, such as flying to Berlin on time.
Etymology
The word "das Flugzeug" is a compound of the German words 'Flug' meaning flight and 'Zeug' meaning tool or device. It literally translates to 'flight tool,' reflecting its purpose as a device for flying. Did you know that 'Zeug' is often used in German to denote various tools or equipment, making "Flugzeug" a practical and descriptive term for an airplane?
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"Das Flugzeug" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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