German Conversation · Level 67
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German word
Lenker
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈlɛŋkɐ/
Meaning
- masculine nounhandlebar
Example
Der Lenker des Fahrrads ist neu.
The bicycle's handlebars are new.
More examples
Der Lenker des Motorrads ist extra breit für bessere Kontrolle.
The motorcycle's handlebar is extra wide for better control.
Core concept
A vehicle's direction comes from the Lenker: the hand-held bar on a bicycle or motorcycle, or the person steering.
Common phrases
der Lenker des Motorrads
the motorcycle's handlebar
am Lenker ziehen
pull on the handlebar
Similar words
Lenkrad: A circular control used to steer a car by turning it.
Griff: A small handhold attached to an object for gripping.
Definition in German
Teil eines Fahrzeugs, mit dem die Lenkung vorgenommen wird, besonders beim Fahrrad oder Motorrad.
Word origin
Lenker is formed from the verb lenken, 'to steer', with -er, a suffix for an agent or instrument, so it names both a driver and a steering device.
Usage tips
- For a car's steering wheel, German normally uses Lenkrad; Lenker usually refers to bicycle or motorcycle handlebars.
Other meanings
- drivernoun
Related words
- lenkensteerverb
- lenkbarsteerableadjective