This is the 11350th most frequent German word.
spahn
The German word "Spahn" translates to "shaving" or "chip" (as in wood or metal) in English.
Here, 'spannt' comes from 'spannen', meaning 'to clamp or fasten', illustrating a physical action of tightening or securing.
Der Tischler spannt das Holz, um es zu bearbeiten.
The carpenter clamps the wood to work on it.
In this usage, 'spannt' from 'spannen' refers to tensing or contracting muscles, showing a physiological application.
Sandra spannt ihre Muskeln an, bevor sie joggen geht.
Sandra tenses her muscles before going for a jog.
'Spannt' here is used to indicate the act of drawing a bow, showing a particular application of applying tension.