noun
der Hebel, –
lever
Ein Werkzeug oder Stab, mit dem man durch Drücken oder Ziehen schwere Dinge leichter bewegen kann.
Hebel is a German noun meaning "lever".
- It refers to a rigid bar used to exert force on an object.
- The word is related to physical mechanics and tools.
Similar words:
- Wippe (seesaw)
- Flaschenzug (pulley system)
Difference:
- Hebel specifically denotes a lever, emphasizing a simple machine transmitting force.
- Other words describe related tools but are not exact synonyms.
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Examples
Der Mechaniker zieht den Hebel, um die Maschine zu starten.noun
The mechanic pulls the lever to start the machine.
Beim Experiment brauchte ich zwei stabile Hebel, um das Gewicht anzuheben.noun
During the experiment I needed two sturdy levers to lift the weight.
Mit dem Hebel kannst du den Sitz verstellen.noun
You can adjust the seat using the lever.
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