German Conversation · Level 183
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German word
Einlage
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaɪ̯nlaːgə/
Meaning
- feminine nouninsole
Example
Die neue Einlage im Schuh macht den Tragekomfort besser.
The new insole in the shoe makes it more comfortable to wear.
More examples
Die orthopädische Einlage stabilisiert den Fuß beim Gehen.
The orthopedic insole stabilizes the foot when walking.
Core concept
An inner addition that becomes part of a larger arrangement, whether it is a fitted shoe insert or capital added to an enterprise.
Common phrases
orthopädische Einlage
orthopedic insole
Einlage im Schuh
insole in the shoe
eine Einlage einsetzen
insert an insole
Similar words
Einlegesohle: A removable insole placed inside a shoe to change pressure under the foot.
Innensohle: The inner sole surface of a shoe that contacts the foot and may be fixed in place.
Fußbett: A contoured footbed shaped to the foot for support and stability.
Definition in German
Etwas, das in etwas anderes eingefügt wird, um dessen Funktion zu ergänzen, zu schützen oder zu stabilisieren.
Word origin
Einlage is a nominal derivative of einlegen and extended from a literal inserted object to amounts deposited or invested in an account or business.
Usage tips
- English 'investment' does not cover every use: Einlage also means a physical insert and can refer to a deposit, with the meaning supplied by context.
Other meanings
- depositnoun
- investmentnoun
- insertionnoun
Related words
- Einlegesohleinsolenoun
- einlegeninsertverb