die Falte, -n
crease
Eine schmale Linie oder Biegung, die entsteht, wenn etwas wie Stoff oder Papier zusammengedrückt oder geknickt wird.
The German word "Falte" is a noun that means "fold" or "wrinkle". It often refers to a crease or line formed on a surface, such as fabric or skin. The word can describe deliberate folds in materials like clothing or paper, as well as unintentional wrinkles that occur over time.
Similar words in German include "Knick" (a bend or crease), "Beule" (a bump), or "Rille" (a groove). The difference between these words and "Falte" is primarily in the context; "Knick" can refer to sharp bends, "Beule" suggests a raised surface due to impact, and "Rille" refers to an indentation rather than a fold.
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Examples
Sie hat eine kleine Falte im Kleid entdeckt.noun
She discovered a small crease in the dress.
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