brace / strut
die Strebe, die Streben
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brace / strut
An elongated structural component that supports or connects other parts or protects them against lateral forces. It is often installed at an angle and can be found, for example, in scaffolding, roofs, or machines.
Die Strebe unter dem Dach muss dringend ersetzt werden.
The brace under the roof urgently needs to be replaced.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Streben |
| genitive | der Strebe |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Strebe | die Streben |
| accusative | die Strebe | die Streben |
| dative | der Strebe | den Streben |
| genitive | der Strebe | der Streben |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
When referring to a brace in construction, adjectives often describe its position or function. Common collocations include „schräge Strebe“ (diagonal brace), „tragende Strebe“ (load-bearing brace), and „stabilisierende Strebe“ (stabilizing brace).
Die tragende Strebe im Dachstuhl wurde bei der Renovierung verstärkt.
The load-bearing brace in the roof structure was reinforced during the renovation.
„Strebe“ is often used with verbs from the construction and repair fields: You can „eine Strebe einbauen“ (install a brace), „befestigen“ (fasten), „verstärken“ (reinforce), „ersetzen“ (replace), or „entfernen“ (remove) one.
Die Handwerker mussten eine beschädigte Strebe ersetzen.
The builders had to replace a damaged brace.
