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“gate” in German

German

AlsoGate · Pforte · Portal

Pronunciation

IPA/toːɐ̯/

Example

Bitte schließe das Tor.

Please shut the gate.

Illustration for Tor (gate)

How to say “gate” in German

“Gate” in German is Tor.

A substantial entrance that swings or closes across a boundary, with the same opening serving as a sports target.

Full entry for Tor: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Tor

Er macht das Tor auf.

He opens the gate.

Tips for using Tor

  • The usual verbs are ein Tor öffnen and ein Tor schließen, while the phrase ein Tor schießen means to score a goal.

Other German words for “gate”

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Gate

neuter noungate

Am Gate stehen viele Menschen.

Many people are standing at the gate.

Die Pforte zum Garten ist offen.

The gate to the garden is open.

Die alten Portale der Stadt sind berühmt.

The old gates of the city are famous.

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