die Wippe, -n
seesaw
Ein Spielgerät auf einem Spielplatz: Zwei Menschen sitzen an den Enden eines langen Balkens und bewegen sich abwechselnd nach oben und unten.
The German word "Wippe" is a noun meaning "seesaw" or "teeter-totter" — a playground equipment that rocks back and forth around a central pivot.
It is derived from the verb "wippen", which means "to rock" or "to teeter", describing the motion of the seesaw.
Similar words:
- "Wipfel" (treetop) — unrelated in meaning though similar in sound
- "Schaukel" (swing) — another playground equipment involving movement
Difference:
While "Wippe" refers specifically to the rocking plank balanced in the middle, "Schaukel" refers to a swing that moves predominantly back and forth hanging from chains.
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Examples
Die Kinder spielen auf der Wippe im Park.noun
The children are playing on the seesaw in the park.
Neben dem Baum steht eine Wippe.noun
Next to the tree stands a seesaw.
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