No. 8,935 in German
laterne
Lantern.
In a sentence
Die Laterne am Straßenrand ist zerbrochen.
The lantern at the roadside is broken.
In this sentence, 'Laterne' is used to denote a street lamp or lantern typically found in urban areas for lighting streets.
Kinder tragen Laternen beim Laternenumzug.
Children carry lanterns during the lantern procession.
Here, 'Laterne' refers to handheld lanterns used during traditional processions or celebrations, emphasizing cultural customs.
Ich habe eine Laterne gebastelt für das Festival.
I crafted a lantern for the festival.
In this example, 'Laterne' signifies a decorative or functional handmade lantern, showing creativity and utility in festive contexts.
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