German Conversation · Level 11
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German word
Kette
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkɛtə/
Meaning
- feminine nounchain
Example
Die Kette ist rostig.
The chain is rusty.
More examples
Seine Entscheidung löste eine Kette von Reaktionen aus.
His decision triggered a chain of reactions.
Core concept
Linked rings form one continuous line, whether the line serves as a chain, a necklace, or an ordered sequence.
Common phrases
eine Kette tragen
wear a necklace
eine Kette auslösen
trigger a chain reaction
die Kette lösen
unfasten the chain
Similar words
Halskette: A decorative chain worn around the neck.
Anhänger: A small ornament hanging from a necklace or other jewelry.
Collier: A relatively elegant necklace worn around the neck or across the chest.
Definition in German
Eine Kette ist eine Reihe von miteinander verbundenen Ringen aus Metall oder anderem Material, die als Zug- oder Verbindungselement dient.
Word origin
German Kette comes through Middle High German kette from Latin catena, meaning a chain of linked parts.
Usage tips
- The feminine noun has the plural Ketten, and compounds such as Halskette specify a necklace rather than a general chain.
Other meanings
- necklacenoun
- sequencenoun
Opposites
- Loslösungdetachmentnoun
Related words
- kettenförmigchain-shapedadjective
- Kettengliedchain linknoun