German word

Strang

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃtraŋ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounbundle

Example

Die Kabel bilden einen Strang.

The cables form a bundle.

Illustration for Strang (bundle)

More examples

Am Knoten sieht man den dicken Kabel-Strang.

At the knot, you can see the thick bundle of cables.

Core concept

Several thin lines gathered into one firm, elongated bundle.

Common phrases

  • Kabelstrang

    bundle of cables

  • ein Strang von Haaren

    a strand of hair

Similar words

Kabel: A thick bundle of wires that carries electricity or data.
Bündel: A group of objects gathered and tied together.
Schnur: A thin cord used for tying things or hanging them.
Faden: A very thin thread used in sewing or weaving.

Definition in German

ein längliches Bündel aus Fäden, Fasern oder Kabeln; eine zusammenliegende Gruppe dünner Teile

Word origin

German Strang comes through Middle High German stranc from a Germanic word related to English string.

Usage tips

  • As a noun, Strang is masculine, and its plural is Stränge with an umlaut.

Other meanings

  • ropenoun

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