threshold in German
threshold in German is Türschwelle, Schwelle, Anfang — threshold means the strip or slab at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter.
threshold in German
Türschwelle
Schwelle
Anfang
(figurative) The outset of something; the point of entry, or the beginning of an action.
Ausgangspunkt
(figurative) The outset of something; the point of entry, or the beginning of an action.
Beginn
(figurative) The outset of something; the point of entry, or the beginning of an action.
Landeschwelle
(aviation) The start of the landing area of a runway.
What does "threshold" mean?
-
noun The strip or slab at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter.
"The old stone threshold in the doorway was worn smooth by many feet."
-
noun The point at which something begins, or the level at which an effect kicks in.
"Pain that stays below your threshold is often easy to ignore."
-
noun The income level at which you start paying a particular rate of tax.
"Earnings above the threshold are taxed at a higher rate."
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
threshold in a sentence
- The old stone threshold in the doorway was worn smooth by many feet.
- She wiped her boots on the mat before crossing the threshold.
- Pain that stays below your threshold is often easy to ignore.
- The company is on the threshold of a major breakthrough.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "threshold" in German?
"threshold" in German is Türschwelle, Schwelle, Anfang. threshold means: The strip or slab at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter.
How do you use "threshold" in a sentence?
Example: "The old stone threshold in the doorway was worn smooth by many feet." In German, "threshold" is Türschwelle, Schwelle, Anfang.
Are there other ways to say "threshold" in German?
Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "threshold": Türschwelle, Schwelle, Anfang, Ausgangspunkt, Beginn, Landeschwelle.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.
