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Giebel

gable

noun GEE-bel Rare

Usage Note

Giebel is the triangular upper wall enclosed by a pitched roof, often the decorative face of a house. A house facing the street with this end is a Giebelhaus.

Examples

"Am Giebel des Hauses nistet ein Storch."

Natural Translation

A stork nests on the gable of the house.

Literal Translation

At-the gable of-the house nests a stork.

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