This is the 10697th most frequent German word.
rippe
The German word "Rippe" means "rib" in English.
Here, 'Rippe' refers to a physical anatomical rib in a living creature.
Die Rippe des Tieres war verletzt.
The rib of the animal was injured.
In this context, 'Rippen' metaphorically describes the wooden structural framework of a ship.
Er zeichnete die Rippen eines alten Schiffes.
He drew the ribs of an old ship.
Here, 'Rippe' refers to one of the sections or ridges typically present on a radiator used for heating.