der Gipfel, –
summit · peak
Das ist der höchste Punkt eines Berges.
The German noun "Gipfel" refers to "summit" or "peak". This word is often used literally to describe the highest point of a mountain but can also be metaphorically used to refer to the highest point or culmination of an event.
Similar words in German include "Spitze" (tip or top), "Höhepunkt" (high point or climax), and "Kulmination" (culmination).
Differences:
- "Spitze" generally refers to the very top or pointed end of something and can be used in broader contexts beyond just mountains.
- "Höhepunkt" specifically refers to a peak in terms of intensity or significance and is often used more in abstract or event-driven contexts.
- "Kulmination" often refers to the climax or a point of highest development, similarly figurative but used in contexts away from physical terrain.
"Gipfel" is primarily used in physical geography or in phrases describing high-level meetings (e.g., "Gipfeltreffen" for a summit meeting).
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Examples
Wir erreichen bald den Gipfel des Berges.noun
We will soon reach the summit of the mountain.
Viele Wanderer freuen sich auf den atemberaubenden Blick vom Gipfel.noun
Many hikers look forward to the breathtaking view from the summit.
Hast du gestern die Gipfel gesehen, als die Wolken kurz verschwanden?noun
Did you see the peaks yesterday when the clouds disappeared briefly?
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