Der Druck
Example: Der Druck auf dem Papier ist sehr stark sichtbar.
Definition
"Der Druck" refers to the pressure or force applied to a surface, often used in contexts such as printing or physical pressure. It can also describe the visible impression or mark made on paper or other materials when pressure is applied.
Etymology
The word "der Druck" comes from the German verb 'drücken,' meaning to press or push. Its roots trace back to Old High German 'druck,' relating to pressing or squeezing. Did you know that "der Druck" shares its origin with the English word 'druck' found in some dialects, highlighting the common Germanic heritage?
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"Der Druck" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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