No. 2,264 in German
gehweg
Sidewalk or footpath.
In a sentence
Der Gehweg ist mit Laub bedeckt.
The sidewalk is covered with leaves.
In this sentence, 'Gehweg' refers to the pathway available for pedestrians alongside a street.
Bitte die Fahrzeuge vom Gehweg entfernen.
Please remove the vehicles from the sidewalk.
'Gehweg' in this context indicates the space designated for walking that is being obstructed.
Auf dem Gehweg ist es sicherer als auf der Straße zu gehen.
It is safer to walk on the sidewalk than on the street.
Here, 'Gehweg' is contrasted with the street to highlight safe pedestrian areas.
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