English–German
“sluice gate” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʃlɔɪ̯zə/
Example
Das Boot wartete vor der Schleuse.
The boat was waiting in front of the sluice gate.
How to say “sluice gate” in German
“Sluice gate” in German is Schleuse.
Two barriers create a controlled passage where a boat, water, or air moves between different levels or spaces.
Example sentences with Schleuse
Die Raumfahrer öffneten die Schleuse und traten ins Freie.
The astronauts opened the airlock and went outside.
Tips for using Schleuse
- For a boat, German commonly uses durch die Schleuse fahren and die Schleuse passieren.