English–German

“ridge” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɪɐ̯st/

Example

Wir reparieren den First am Dach dieses Hauses.

We are repairing the ridge on this house's roof.

Illustration for First (ridge)

How to say “ridge” in German

“Ridge” in German is First.

A raised line running along the top where two sloping roof surfaces meet, and along the crest of a mountain.

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

Example sentences with First

Eine Taube setzte sich auf den First.

A pigeon perched on the roof ridge.

Tips for using First

  • First is masculine, so the example uses den First after the accusative verb reparieren, while auf dem First takes the dative.

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