Die Achse
Example: Die Achse des Rades muss regelmäßig geölt werden.
Definition
"Die Achse" refers to a central shaft or rod around which a wheel, gear, or other rotating part turns. It plays a crucial role in mechanical systems by supporting rotational movement and transmitting torque, such as in the example phrase where the wheel's axis must be regularly oiled.
Etymology
The word "die Achse" originates from the Old High German word "ahsa," meaning 'axle' or 'wheel'. It is related to the Proto-Germanic *ahsô, which also gave rise to similar words in other Germanic languages. Interestingly, "Achse" has remained a fundamental term in engineering and mechanics for centuries.
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"Die Achse" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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