cornerstone in German
cornerstone in German is Eckstein, Grundstein, Eckpfeiler — cornerstone means a stone set at the base corner of a building, sometimes laid ceremonially with an inscription.
cornerstone in German
Eckstein
A stone forming the base at the corner of a building.
Grundstein
Such a stone used ceremonially, often inscribed with the architect's and owner's names, dates and other details.
Eckpfeiler
(figuratively) That which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.
Eckstein
(figuratively) That which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.
What does "cornerstone" mean?
-
noun A stone set at the base corner of a building, sometimes laid ceremonially with an inscription.
"The mayor laid the cornerstone of the new library in 1925."
-
noun The fundamental basis or most important part of something.
"Trust is the cornerstone of any strong marriage."
Vocabulary Flow
Learn more English words in German.
Vocabulary Flow serves English words with the German meaning, one at a time — pronunciation and an example each time. Scroll it either direction.
Learn English in German
cornerstone in a sentence
- The mayor laid the cornerstone of the new library in 1925.
- Clutch it like a cornerstone Otherwise it all comes down Justify denials and Grip 'em to the lonesome end
- Trust is the cornerstone of any strong marriage.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "cornerstone" in German?
"cornerstone" in German is Eckstein, Grundstein, Eckpfeiler. cornerstone means: A stone set at the base corner of a building, sometimes laid ceremonially with an inscription.
How do you use "cornerstone" in a sentence?
Example: "The mayor laid the cornerstone of the new library in 1925." In German, "cornerstone" is Eckstein, Grundstein, Eckpfeiler.
Are there other ways to say "cornerstone" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "cornerstone": Eckstein, Grundstein, Eckpfeiler.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.
