Wand

noun

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wall

rock face

cliff face

barrier

obstacle

Synonyms and Related Words for Wand

Mauer Umwallung Umfassungsmauer Felswand Steilwand Hindernis Barriere

Definition of "Wand" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "Wand" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.

Eine senkrechte Fläche, die einen Raum in einem Gebäude begrenzt oder Teil der Außenseite eines Gebäudes ist.

DE: “Das Bild hängt an der Wand.”
A1
EN: “The picture is hanging on the wall.”

DE: “Wir müssen diese Wand neu streichen.”
A2
EN: “We have to repaint this wall.”

DE: “Die Wände in alten Fachwerkhäusern sind nicht immer gerade.”
B1
EN: “The walls in old half-timbered houses are not always straight.”

Eine sehr steile, oft senkrechte Felsfläche, besonders in den Bergen, die eine Herausforderung für Bergsteiger darstellt.

DE: “Der Berg hat eine hohe Wand.”
A1
EN: “The mountain has a high wall/face.”

DE: “Das Klettern an dieser Wand ist nur für Profis.”
A2
EN: “Climbing on this wall is only for professionals.”

DE: “Er ist ein erfahrener Kletterer, der schon viele schwierige Wände bezwungen hat.”
B1
EN: “He is an experienced climber who has already conquered many difficult rock faces.”

Im übertragenen Sinne ein großes, unüberwindbares Hindernis oder ein Mangel an Kommunikation.

DE: “Reden hilft nicht. Es ist wie eine Wand.”
A1
EN: “Talking doesn't help. It's like a wall.”

DE: “Meine Bitten stoßen bei ihm immer auf eine Wand.”
A2
EN: “My requests always hit a wall with him.”

DE: “Er rannte mit seinen Vorschlägen bei der Geschäftsleitung gegen eine Wand.”
B1
EN: “He ran into a brick wall with his proposals to the management.”

Words Similar in Spelling to Wand

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