die Brücke, -n
bridge
Eine Konstruktion, die zwei Orte über Wasser, Straßen oder Täler hinweg verbindet und es Menschen oder Fahrzeugen ermöglicht, darüber zu gehen oder zu fahren.
The German word "Brücke" is a noun that means "bridge". It refers to a structure built to span a physical obstacle, such as a river, road, or valley, allowing for easier passage. The word can be used both literally and metaphorically, for example, in phrases about connections or relationships.
Similar words include "Steg" (walkway or footbridge), "Übergang" (crossing or transition), and "Furt" (ford, a shallow place to cross a river).
The difference among these words lies in their specific context and usage: while "Brücke" generally denotes any bridge for vehicles and pedestrians, "Steg" is more specific to smaller or footbridges, "Übergang" emphasizes the action of crossing or transitioning, and "Furt" refers to a natural shallow crossing in water rather than a constructed bridge.
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Examples
Wir gehen über die Brücke.noun
We are walking over the bridge.
Die Brücke ist sehr lang.noun
The bridge is very long.
Unter der Brücke fließt ein ruhiger Fluss.noun
Under the bridge flows a gentle river.
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