German word

Rohr

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁoːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • neuter nounpipe

Example

Die Spitze des Rohrs ist beschädigt.

The end of the pipe is damaged.

Illustration for Rohr (pipe)

More examples

Beim Test wurde ein Leck im Rohr festgestellt.

During the test, a leak in the pipe was detected.

Core concept

A rigid hollow channel that directs a substance or cable from one place to another.

Common phrases

  • Leck im Rohr

    leak in the pipe

  • verstopftes Rohr

    clogged pipe

  • Rohr abdichten

    seal the pipe

Similar words

Leitung: A utility line or system used to deliver electricity or water.
Schlauch: A bendable tube for temporarily transporting liquids.
Rohrleitung: A network of connected pipes that moves fluids through a facility.
Kanal: A large open or enclosed passage for draining rainwater or sewage.

Definition in German

Ein zylindrisches, meist hohles Bauteil aus Metall, Kunststoff oder anderen Stoffen, das zum Fördern oder Leiten von Flüssigkeiten, Gasen oder Kabeln dient.

Word origin

German Rohr developed from Old High German rōr, which referred to a reed or other hollow stalk before also naming artificial tubes.

Usage tips

  • Compound nouns such as Wasserrohr and Abflussrohr specify the pipe's function, while Rohr alone remains general.

Other meanings

  • tubenoun
  • conduitnoun

Related words

  • Rohrleitungpipelinenoun
  • Rohrbruchpipe breaknoun
  • Rohrreinigerpipe cleanernoun

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