English–German
“anchor” in German
How to say “anchor” in German
“Anchor” in German is Anker.
A heavy metal device bites into the seabed and holds a vessel in place, while an anchor can also represent a stable point of support.
Example sentences with Anker
Für viele Bewohner dient das Café im Viertel als Anker.
For many residents, the café in the neighborhood serves as an anchor.
Tips for using Anker
- Anker is masculine, with the definite article der, and its plural is also Anker.
Other German words for “anchor”
Der Handwerker verankerte das Geländer im Boden.
The craftsman anchored the railing to the floor.