Die tragende Wand
Example: Die tragende Wand im Haus muss stabil und sicher sein.
Definition
"Die tragende Wand" refers to a load-bearing wall in construction that supports the weight of the structure above it, ensuring stability and safety. This wall is essential in distributing loads from the roof or upper floors down to the foundation.
Etymology
The term "die tragende Wand" comes from German, where "tragende" is the present participle of "tragen," meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear,' and "Wand" means 'wall.' Together, it literally means 'the carrying wall,' highlighting its role in supporting structural loads.
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"Die tragende Wand" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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