No. 7,326 in German
geländer
Railing or handrail.
In a sentence
Das Geländer des Treppenhauses ist aus Holz.
The handrail of the staircase is made of wood.
In this sentence, 'Geländer' refers to the handrail or safety railing of a staircase, indicating its material composition.
Beim Bau des Balkons wurde ein stabileres Geländer installiert.
During the construction of the balcony, a sturdier railing was installed.
Here, 'Geländer' describes the railing around a balcony, emphasizing its sturdiness as a safety measure.
Die Kinder hielten sich am Geländer fest, während sie die Treppe hinuntergingen.
The children held onto the railing as they descended the stairs.
In this context, 'Geländer' is used to denote the railing that provides physical support for individuals moving along a staircase, in this case for children.
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