Der Pfahl
Example: Der Pfahl trägt das Gewicht des gesamten Gebäudes sicher.
Definition
"Der Pfahl" refers to a sturdy, vertical post or stake used in construction to support structures by transferring their weight securely into the ground, ensuring the stability of buildings, as in the example phrase where the pile carries the entire building's weight safely.
Etymology
The word "der Pfahl" originates from Old High German 'pfahal,' meaning a pointed stick or stake. It has cognates in other Germanic languages and traditionally referred to a sharpened piece of wood driven into the earth, which perfectly reflects its modern construction use as a foundational support.
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"Der Pfahl" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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