bearing in German

bearing in German is tragend, Lager, Peilung — bearing means a mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.

bearing in German

tragend

adj

Of a beam, column, or other device, carrying weight or load.

Lager

noun

(mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.

Peilung

noun

(mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.

Peilung

noun

(navigation, nautical) The horizontal angle between the direction of an object and another object, or between it and that of true north; a heading or direction.

Relevanz

noun

Relevance; a relationship or connection.

Tragweite

noun

Relevance; a relationship or connection.

Verbindung

noun

Relevance; a relationship or connection.

Haltung

noun

One's posture, demeanor, or manner.

Auflager

noun

(architecture, proscribed) The unsupported span.

Spannweite

noun

(architecture, proscribed) The unsupported span.

Tragweite

noun

(architecture, proscribed) The unsupported span.

What does "bearing" mean?

noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
"The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan."
noun A direction or angle measured relative to true north, used to describe position or heading.
"The captain read the bearing from the compass and steered towards the island."
noun A person's posture, manner, or general demeanour.
"The old general's proud bearing made everyone in the room stand up straighter."
noun Relevance or connection to a matter.
"Your age has no bearing on whether you can apply for the course."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

bearing in a sentence

The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan.
Oil keeps the bearing inside the engine turning smoothly.
The captain read the bearing from the compass and steered towards the island.
The ship changed its bearing to avoid the storm.

Similar words in German

aim azimuth charge course orientation posture

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "bearing" in German?

"bearing" in German is tragend, Lager, Peilung. bearing means: A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.

How do you use "bearing" in a sentence?

Example: "The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan." In German, "bearing" is tragend, Lager, Peilung.

Are there other ways to say "bearing" in German?

Yes — German has 9 translations listed for "bearing": tragend, Lager, Peilung, Relevanz, Tragweite, Verbindung.

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