German Conversation · Level 12
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German word
Stab
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃtaːp/
Meaning
- masculine nounstick
Example
Der Stab ist aus Holz.
The stick is made of wood.
More examples
Beim Staffellauf musste er den Stab weitergeben.
During the relay race, he had to pass on the baton.
Core concept
An elongated firm rod that may support movement, mark direction, or perform a task.
Common phrases
einen Stab halten
hold a stick
den Stab weitergeben
pass on the baton
als Stab dienen
serve as a stick
Similar words
Stock: A thick walking stick held for support while moving.
Stange: A long, thick pole used as a support, divider, or structural part.
Taktstock: A short, slender baton waved by a conductor to mark the beat.
Stiel: A slender handle attached to a tool or utensil for gripping.
Definition in German
Ein länglicher Gegenstand aus Holz, Metall oder Kunststoff, den man zum Stützen, Zeigen oder als Werkzeug benutzt.
Word origin
The modern German noun Stab developed from Old High German stab, a Germanic form also reflected in English staff.
Usage tips
- In organizational contexts, Stab can mean an advisory or command staff, while a conductor's baton is usually called a Taktstock.
Other meanings
- canenoun
- batonnoun
- staffnoun
Related words
- Stabhochsprungpole vaultnoun
- Stabwechselbaton exchangenoun