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rudern

row

The German word "rudern" is a verb meaning "to row" (as in propelling a boat using oars).

  • Root word: "Ruder" means "oar".
  • "Rudern" refers to the action of moving a boat by using oars.

Similar words:

  • paddeln (to paddle) – usually using a single-bladed paddle, often in kayaks or canoes.
  • segeln (to sail) – using sails, not oars.

Difference:

  • "Rudern" involves rowing with oars.
  • "Paddeln" is paddling, mostly in smaller, narrow boats.
  • "Segeln" uses wind power via sails, not physical rowing.

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Examples

Wir rudern jeden Morgen auf dem See.verb

We row on the lake every morning.

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