das Kreuz, -e
cross
Es ist eine Form mit zwei Linien, die sich in der Mitte schneiden, oft wie ein Pluszeichen aussieht.
The German word "Kreuz" is a noun meaning "cross". It refers to the shape formed by two intersecting lines or bars, often associated with religious symbols (Christian cross), plus signs, or intersections.
- The word "Kreuz" itself stands independently, not composed of smaller nouns.
Similar words:
- "Plus" (plus sign)
- "Schreuz" (rare, dialectal or archaic form related to cross)
- "Querbalken" (crossbeam, literally "cross bar")
Difference:
"Kreuz" is the general term for a cross shape or symbol, especially with religious or geometric meaning. Words like "Plus" denote a specific sign "+" used in mathematics, while "Querbalken" refers specifically to a wooden or structural bar crossing another.
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Examples
Ich trage ein Kreuz um meinen Hals.noun
I am wearing a cross around my neck.
Das Kreuz steht auf dem Hügel.noun
The cross stands on the hill.
Das Kreuz hängt an der Wand.noun
The cross hangs on the wall.
Am Wegesrand befindet sich ein Kreuz.noun
At the roadside there is a cross.
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