die Nadel, -n
needle
Ein dünner, spitzer Gegenstand aus Metall, der oft zum Nähen oder für Injektionen verwendet wird.
The German word "Nadel" is a noun that means "needle." It refers to a slender, pointed metal tool used for sewing, knitting, or other craftwork. Additionally, "Nadel" can be used metaphorically to refer to things that are thin and sharp, such as "Nadel" on a tree (pine needle).
Similar words in German include "Stechahl" (a specific type of needle) and "Stricknadel" (knitting needle).
The difference lies mainly in context:
- Nadel is a general term for any needle.
- Stechahl typically refers to a more specialized or industrial type of needle, while Stricknadel is specific to knitting.
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Examples
Die Nadel liegt auf dem Boden.noun
The needle is lying on the floor.
Die Nadel liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The needle lies on the table.
Eine Nadel ist sehr scharf.noun
A needle is very sharp.
Eine Nadel steckt in der Tasche.noun
A needle is in the bag.
Eine Nadel fällt vom Tisch.noun
A needle falls off the table.
Ich brauche eine Nadel zum Nähen.noun
I need a needle for sewing.
Ich finde die Nadel nicht.noun
I can't find the needle.
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