summit

summit

The German word for "summit" is "Gipfel," meaning the highest point of a mountain or a peak.

The word 'summit' refers to the top point or peak of a mountain, illustrating a physical pinnacle.

Ich habe den Gipfel des Berges erreicht.

I have reached the summit of the mountain.

Here 'summit' is used metaphorically to describe a high-level meeting or conference, emphasizing prominence and importance.

Das Gipfeltreffen zwischen den Staatsoberhäuptern war erfolgreich.

The summit meeting between the heads of state was successful.

The term 'summit' again denotes the peak of a mountain, specifically in the context of completing a climb and achieving the peak position.

Nachdem wir den Gipfel erklommen hatten, genossen wir die Aussicht.

After we climbed to the summit, we enjoyed the view.