die Kreuzung, -en
intersection
Ein Ort, an dem sich zwei oder mehr Straßen treffen und man die Richtung wechseln kann.
The German word "Kreuzung" is a noun made of the stem "Kreuz" meaning "cross" and the suffix "-ung" which forms nouns.
"Kreuz" originally means a "cross" (like the Christian symbol or intersection).
"Kreuzung" means "intersection" or "crossing", typically where two or more roads or paths cross.
Similar words in German:
- "Straßenkreuzung" (road intersection)
- "Übergang" (crossing, e.g., pedestrian crossing)
- "Wende" (turn, but more about changing direction)
Difference:
"Kreuzung" specifically refers to the physical place where roads or paths intersect, while "Übergang" is broader and can mean any kind of crossing (e.g., river crossing, pedestrian crossing), and "Wende" focuses on the action of turning rather than the place.
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Examples
An der nächsten Kreuzung müssen wir links abbiegen.noun
We have to turn left at the next intersection.
An der Kreuzung biegen Sie links ab.noun
At the intersection, turn left.
An der Kreuzung steht eine Ampel.noun
At the intersection there is a traffic light.
Wo befinden sich die gefährlichsten Kreuzungen der Stadt?noun
Where are the most dangerous intersections in the city?
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