Die Leiter
Example: Die Leiter steht sicher an der Wand im Garten.
Definition
"Die Leiter" refers to a ladder, a piece of equipment consisting of two long sides joined by rungs or steps, used for climbing up or down. For example, "Die Leiter steht sicher an der Wand im Garten" means the ladder is safely positioned against the garden wall.
Etymology
The German word "die Leiter" comes from the Old High German word "leitara," which is related to the verb "leiten" meaning to lead or guide. It reflects the ladder's function as a tool that guides a person upward or downward. Did you know? The same root is found in the English word "leader," emphasizing the idea of leading or directing movement.
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"Die Leiter" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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