No. 3,110 in German
climb
The German word for "climb" is "klettern," meaning to ascend or go up, often on steep surfaces like rocks or mountains.
In a sentence
Ich werde auf den Baum klettern.
I will climb up the tree.
The verb 'klettern' is used literally to describe physically ascending something.
Die Temperaturen klettern auf Rekordhöhen.
The temperatures are climbing to record heights.
Here, 'klettern' is used metaphorically to indicate a rise or increase in levels.
Bevor ich die Bergwand besteige, überprüfe ich meine Ausrüstung.
Before I climb the mountain wall, I check my equipment.
In this example, 'besteige' is an alternative word for 'climbing,' often associated with mountain climbing or hiking.
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