der Riß, Risse
crack · tear
Ein schmaler Bruch oder eine Öffnung in einem Material, zum Beispiel in Stoff, Papier oder einer Wand.
The German word "Riß" (or more commonly spelled as "Riss") means "tear," "crack," or "fracture." It comes from the root "reißen," which means "to tear" or "to rip." The term is often used to describe a physical split or damage in materials like paper, fabric, or solid objects, as well as abstract usages, such as in relationships.
Similar words in German include "Zerriss" (tear) and "Spalt" (split).
The difference between "Riß/Riss" and these similar terms is typically in the specific context of use: "Zerriss" usually refers to a type of fabric tear, while "Spalt" often pertains to a more defined separation or fissure. "Riß/Riss" is more general and can describe various types of breaks or splits.
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Examples
Der Riss in der Wand wird größer.noun
The crack in the wall is getting bigger.
Ein Riss im Papier wird oft durch zu starkes Falten verursacht.noun
A tear in the paper is often caused by folding it too strongly.
Der Riß in der Wand muss repariert werden.noun
The crack in the wall must be repaired.
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