Hauptfeiler
pillar
The German word "Hauptfeiler" is a compound noun that means "main pillar" or "principal support". It consists of "Haupt," meaning "main" or "primary," and "Feiler," which translates to "pillar" or "supports," often in the context of architecture. "Hauptfeiler" refers to a critical support structure, either literally (in buildings or bridges) or metaphorically (in an organization or argument).
Similar words might include "Säule" (column), "Basis" (base), and "Unterstützung" (support).
The difference lies in the nuance: "Säule" can refer to any column-like structure, "Basis" implies a foundational layer or principle, while "Unterstützung" covers both physical and abstract supports. "Hauptfeiler" specifically suggests the primary or vital support among several others.
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Examples
Der Hauptfeiler dieses Gebäudes trägt das gesamte Dach.word
The main pillar of this building supports the entire roof.
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