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noun

die Lücke, -n

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Ein Bereich, in dem etwas fehlt oder nicht vorhanden ist.

The German word "Lücke" is a noun meaning "gap," "opening," or "space." It refers to an empty or missing part between two things. The word stems from the Middle High German lücke, related to Old High German luhha.

Similar words:

  • "Spalte" (crack, split)
  • "Riss" (tear, fissure)
  • "Loch" (hole)

Difference:

  • "Lücke" often describes a general gap or missing piece (e.g., time gap, missing text).
  • "Spalte" and "Riss" emphasize a split or crack, often in solid material.
  • "Loch" refers specifically to a hole or hollow in a surface.

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Examples

Die Lücke wird bald geschlossen.noun

A rést hamarosan bezárják.

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