Die Barriere



Example: Die Barriere am Eingang verhindert den Zugang zum Park.

Definition


"Die Barriere" refers to a physical structure or obstacle that blocks or restricts access or movement, such as a fence or gate. For example, it can be a barrier at an entrance that prevents entry to a park or restricted area.

Etymology


The word "die Barriere" comes from the French word 'barrière,' meaning a barrier or obstacle. It entered German probably through military or architectural contexts, where controlling access was essential. Did you know? The original French term is related to the verb 'barrer,' meaning to bar or block.

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"Die Barriere" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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