This is the 7326th most frequent German word.
geländer
Railing or handrail.
In this sentence, 'Geländer' refers to the handrail or safety railing of a staircase, indicating its material composition.
Das Geländer des Treppenhauses ist aus Holz.
The handrail of the staircase is made of wood.
Here, 'Geländer' describes the railing around a balcony, emphasizing its sturdiness as a safety measure.
Beim Bau des Balkons wurde ein stabileres Geländer installiert.
During the construction of the balcony, a sturdier railing was installed.
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.