Die Sirene
Example: Die Sirene warnt uns bei einem Feueralarm.
Definition
"Die Sirene" refers to a device that emits a loud, often wailing sound as a warning signal, typically used in safety contexts to alert people of emergencies such as fires, disasters, or other urgent situations.
Etymology
The word "die Sirene" comes from the Greek mythology figure Siren, known for their enchanting and loud calls. The term was adopted into German to describe a loud warning device that quickly grabs attention, much like the mythological Sirens' irresistible songs.
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"Die Sirene" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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