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No. 11,609 in German

streif

"Streif" is not a standalone word in German but may refer to "der Streif," meaning stripe or streak, or as part of the phrase "streifen," meaning to roam or stripe. Context is necessary for precise meaning.

In a sentence

  • Der Jäger zog durch den Wald und warf dabei einen Streif um den Baum.

    The hunter walked through the forest and put a streak around the tree.

    Here, 'streif' refers to a 'streak' as a noun, which is a mark or a line on a surface.

  • Während des Gesprächs hat er nur flüchtig gestreift, worum es eigentlich geht.

    During the conversation, he only briefly touched upon what it was actually about.

    In this usage, 'streifen' (flüchtig gestreift) functions as a verb meaning to touch lightly or brush over a topic.

  • Ihr Kleid hatte einen wunderschönen, goldenen Streifen an der Seite.

    Her dress had a beautiful golden stripe on the side.

    Here, 'streif' (Streifen) denotes a distinct line or stripe, often for decorative purposes.

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