die Stromleitung, -en
power line
The German word "Stromleitung" is a compound noun made up of:
- "Strom" meaning electricity or current
- "Leitung" meaning line, conduit, or cable
Stromleitung refers to an electric power line or electric cable, i.e., the infrastructure that carries electric current.
Similar words:
- "Kabel" (cable)
- "Leitung" (line/conduit more generally)
- "Stromkabel" (power cable)
Difference:
"Stromleitung" often implies overhead or structured power lines (like those on poles or towers), whereas "Kabel" commonly refers to insulated wires, often underground or inside buildings.
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Examples
Die Stromleitung wurde gestern repariert.noun
The power line was repaired yesterday.
Die Stromleitungen müssen regelmäßig überprüft werden.noun
The power lines must be inspected regularly.
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