fifth wheel in German

fifth wheel in German is Sattelkupplung, fünftes Rad, fünftes Rad am Wagen.

fifth wheel in German

Sattelkupplung

noun

(road transport) A type of trailer hitch, which consists of a horseshoe-shaped plate on a multidirectional pivot, with a locking pin to couple with the kingpin of a truck trailer.

fünftes Rad

noun

(idiomatic, informal) Anything superfluous or unnecessary.

fünftes Rad am Wagen

noun

(idiomatic, informal) Anything superfluous or unnecessary.

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

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”.

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What is "fifth wheel" in German?

"fifth wheel" in German is Sattelkupplung, fünftes Rad, fünftes Rad am Wagen.

Are there other ways to say "fifth wheel" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "fifth wheel": Sattelkupplung, fünftes Rad, fünftes Rad am Wagen.

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