senkrecht
vertical
Eine Linie oder Richtung, die gerade nach oben und unten verläuft und im rechten Winkel zu einer waagerechten Linie steht.
The German word "senkrecht" is an adjective that means "vertical" or "perpendicular". It is derived from the noun "Senkung," which comes from the verb "senken" meaning "to lower", indicating the direction of something lowered straight down.
Similar words in German include "lotrecht" (true vertical) and "vertikal" (vertical).
Differences:
- "Senkrecht" is the most commonly used word to describe something that is standing or positioned vertically or perpendicularly.
- "Lotrecht" is a more technical term often used in precision contexts such as in geometry or construction.
- "Vertikal" is a more formal term often borrowed from mathematics and used in technical contexts.
Each of these conveys a slightly different nuance but generally points to the orientation perpendicular to the horizontal plane.
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Examples
Die Leiter steht senkrecht an der Wand.adverb
The ladder stands vertically against the wall.
Ein Strich ist senkrecht gezeichnet.adjective
A line is drawn vertically.
Die Rohre verlaufen senkrecht durch das Gebäude.adverb
The pipes run vertically through the building.
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