der Ast, ¨-e
branch
Teil eines Baumes oder Strauches, der vom Stamm oder von einem größeren Zweig abgeht.
The German word "Ast" is a noun that means "branch" (specifically a branch of a tree). It can also refer to a metaphorical branch, such as in the context of a field of study or a division. The word shares a similar root with "Astern," which can also refer to skid length in arboreal terms. Similar words in German include "Zweig" (twig or branch), "Äste" (the plural of Ast, branches), and "Baumkategorie" (category of trees).
The difference lies in their specificity: “Ast” refers more strongly to a thicker tree branch as opposed to "Zweig," which is often used for thinner or multi-branched contexts.
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Examples
Er klettert auf den Ast.noun
He is climbing onto the branch.
Ein Vogel sitzt auf dem Ast.noun
A bird is sitting on the branch.
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