No. 137 in German
ort
Place or location.
In a sentence
Der Ort, an dem wir uns treffen, ist zentral gelegen.
The place where we meet is centrally located.
Here, 'Ort' is used to mean 'place' or 'location', referring to a specific geographical point.
Ein sicherer Ort für die Kinder ist wichtig.
A safe place for the children is important.
Here, 'Ort' emphasizes a secure environment, again referring to 'place' but with a focus on its qualities.
Es ist der einzige Ort, an dem diese Blume wächst.
It is the only place where this flower grows.
In this usage, 'Ort' highlights the specific and unique location tied to a natural phenomenon.
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