Die Mauer
Example: Die Mauer im Garten ist sehr hoch und stabil.
Definition
"Die Mauer" refers to a wall, typically a solid structure constructed to enclose, divide, or protect an area. In building contexts, it usually means a sturdy, vertical barrier made from materials like stone, brick, or concrete, as in the phrase "Die Mauer im Garten ist sehr hoch und stabil."
Etymology
The word "die Mauer" comes from the Old High German word 'muar,' which itself is derived from the Latin 'murus,' meaning wall. Did you know that many European languages have similar words for wall, showing the impact of Latin on architectural terms? The German 'Mauer' has retained this meaning through centuries.
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"Die Mauer" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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