No. 8,549 in German
klotz
Block, log, or clod.
In a sentence
Der alte Klotz war schwer zu heben.
The old block was difficult to lift.
In this sentence, 'Klotz' is used to refer to a literal block of material, possibly wood or stone.
Er benahm sich wie ein Klotz und reagierte überhaupt nicht.
He acted like a block and didn't react at all.
Here, 'Klotz' metaphorically describes a person who is emotionally unresponsive or stubborn.
Warum hat er mir einen Klotz zwischen die Füße geschoben?
Why did he shove a block between my feet?
In this context, 'Klotz' is used figuratively to indicate something obstructive, potentially symbolizing a hindrance or difficulty.
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