How is the word Anker translated from German to English

English translation
anchor
noun

Schwerer Gegenstand, der ein Schiff an seinem Platz hält.

A heavy object that keeps a ship in place.

Examples with “Anker”

See how the word “Anker” is used in sentences

  • Die Matrosen warfen den Anker in Ufernähe. — The sailors dropped the anchor near the shore.

  • Sie verankerten das Zelt mit schweren Steinen. — They anchored the tent with heavy stones.

  • Der Anker war für eine Person zu schwer. — The anchor was too heavy for one person.

  • Wir verankern die Regale zur Sicherheit an der Wand. — We anchor the shelves to the wall for safety.

  • Steckt der Anker noch im Schlamm? — Is the anchor still stuck in the mud?

  • Kannst du das Seil an dem Pfosten verankern? — Can you anchor the rope to that post?

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