This is the 12884th most frequent German word.
zang
The German word "zang" does not exist; you might mean "Zange," which means "pliers" or "tongs."
Here, "Zange" is used as a noun meaning "pliers", referring to a common tool used in various tasks.
Die Zange ist ein praktisches Werkzeug.
The pliers are a practical tool.
In this sentence, "Zange" again represents "pliers", highlighting its usage in the action of cutting a cable.
Mit der Zange habe ich das Kabel geschnitten.
With the pliers, I cut the cable.
Here, "Zange" is used metaphorically to describe a styling iron, showing its adaptability in language based on context.