der Laufsteg
catwalk
A narrow, raised platform on which models present designers' clothing at a fashion show.
EXAMPLE
Das berühmte Model schritt elegant über den Laufsteg in Paris.
The famous model walked elegantly down the catwalk in Paris.
der Laufsteg
catwalk / walkway
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Meanings
der Laufsteg
walkway
A narrow path or bridge, often at a great height, that provides access to certain areas in technical facilities, on construction sites, ships, or in theaters.
EXAMPLE
Der Techniker balancierte auf dem schmalen Laufsteg über der Bühne, um die Scheinwerfer zu justieren.
The technician balanced on the narrow walkway above the stage to adjust the spotlights.
Usage tips
Compound word
'Laufsteg' is made up of 'Lauf' (from 'laufen', to walk/run) and 'Steg' (a narrow, small bridge). So it literally describes a walkway that one walks on, which fits both meanings.
EXAMPLE
Vorsichtig ging er über den eisigen Laufsteg zum Boot.
He carefully walked across the icy walkway to the boat.
Context clue
You can easily tell which meaning is intended from the context. Words like 'Model' (model), 'Mode' (fashion), or 'Designer' (designer) point to the fashion show meaning. Terms like 'Techniker' (technician), 'Baustelle' (construction site), or 'Fabrik' (factory) point to the technical access walkway.
EXAMPLE
Die neue Kollektion wurde auf dem Laufsteg in Mailand präsentiert.
The new collection was presented on the catwalk in Milan.
Typical collocations
In a fashion context, 'Laufsteg' is often used with the preposition 'auf' (on). Typical phrases are 'auf dem Laufsteg gehen' (to walk on the catwalk), 'Mode auf dem Laufsteg präsentieren' (to present fashion on the catwalk), or 'ein Star auf dem Laufsteg sein' (to be a star on the catwalk).
EXAMPLE
Sie träumt davon, eines Tages als Model auf dem Laufsteg zu arbeiten.
She dreams of working as a model on the catwalk one day.
In real life
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