noun
der Gehweg, -e
sidewalk
The German word "Gehweg" is a compound noun made of two words:
- Geh from the verb gehen meaning "to walk"
- Weg meaning "way" or "path"
Together, "Gehweg" means sidewalk or pavement — a path designated for pedestrians.
Similar words:
- Bürgersteig (sidewalk)
- Fußweg (footpath)
- Fußgängerweg (pedestrian path)
Differences:
- Gehweg and Bürgersteig are largely synonymous regional variants for "sidewalk."
- Fußweg is more general, meaning any path for pedestrians, often in parks or rural areas.
- Fußgängerweg specifically emphasizes pedestrian use but can be broader, including crossings or pedestrian zones.
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Examples
Der Gehweg ist für Fußgänger.noun
The sidewalk is for pedestrians.
Neben der Straße gibt es einen Gehweg.noun
Next to the street there is a sidewalk.
Kinder spielen auf dem Gehweg.noun
Children play on the sidewalk.
Dieser Gehweg wird jeden Morgen gefegt.noun
This sidewalk is swept every morning.
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