die Stufe, -n
step · stage
Ein Teil einer Treppe, auf den man tritt, oder ein Abschnitt in einer Reihenfolge oder Entwicklung.
The German word "Stufe" is a noun meaning "step," "level," or "stage." It refers to a single step in a staircase, a level in a hierarchy, or a phase in a process.
- Meaning of the word it is made of:
"Stufe" itself is a root word, not compound, so no parts to break down.
Similar words:
- "Schritt" (step, stride)
- "Phase" (phase, stage)
- "Ebene" (level, plane)
Differences:
- "Stufe" often relates physically to steps or metaphorically to levels or stages in sequences.
- "Schritt" focuses more on the act of stepping or a footstep.
- "Phase" usually denotes a distinct period in a process or development.
- "Ebene" refers more to a horizontal level or plane, often abstract (e.g., "politische Ebene" - political level).
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Examples
Die letzte Stufe ist immer die schwierigste.noun
The last step is always the hardest.
Auf jeder Stufe gibt es etwas Neues zu lernen.noun
There is something new to learn at every stage.
Auf jeder Stufe muss man aufpassen.noun
One must be careful on every step.
Die Stufen aus Holz sehen sehr schön aus.noun
The steps made of wood look very beautiful.
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