No. 4,966 in German
altenberg
"Altenberg" is a German word meaning "old mountain."
In a sentence
Ich besuchte Altenberg letzte Woche.
I visited Altenberg last week.
In this sentence, 'Altenberg' is used as a proper noun, referring to a specific place, presumably a town or city.
Der Altenberg ist bekannt für seine Wanderwege.
The Altenberg is known for its hiking trails.
Here, 'Altenberg' functions as a geographical term, likely a mountain or highland, characterized by its natural features.
Das alten Bergwerk wurde geschlossen.
The old mine was closed.
The word 'alten' translates as 'old,' and 'Berg' relates to a mine or mountain. Together, 'alten Bergwerk' represents an old mine, and this use is different as it employs the adjective form.
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