No. 6,083 in German
cross
The German word "cross" (translated as "Kreuz" in German) means "a structure consisting of an intersection of two lines or bars, often used as a symbol, ornament, or for religious purposes."
In a sentence
Er ging über die Straße, um die andere Seite zu erreichen.
He crossed the street to reach the other side.
Usage here denotes the act of physically crossing a road or street.
Seine Worte ließen mich an einen Kreuzweg denken.
His words made me think of a crossroads.
Here, the term implies a metaphorical sense of a decision point or branching paths in one's life or choices.
Sie malte ein Kreuz auf die Karte, um den Standort zu markieren.
She drew a cross on the map to mark the location.
In this case, 'cross' refers to the shape or symbol characterized by intersecting lines, used for indication or positioning.
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