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klettern

climb

Meaning of klettern

move upward

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German[ˈklɛtɐn]
climb
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klettern belongs to the topic "Outdoor Recreation". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

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What's the difference between klettern / steigen

🇩🇪German
klettern

Means to climb something difficult or high, often with a sense of overcoming an obstacle; sounds more literary and elevated.

B2Rarely

Die Bergsteiger erklommen den Gipfel bei Sonnenaufgang.

Альпинисты взошли на вершину на рассвете.

🇩🇪German

The most general word for going up or climbing; very broad in meaning and often needs context to be clear.

A2Very Often

Wir steigen den Hügel hinauf.

Мы поднимаемся на холм.

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klettern translation: climb. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce klettern

[ˈklɛtɐn]

klettern translation

climb

klettern transcription

[ˈklɛtɐn]

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klettern meaning: what does it mean?

sich nach oben bewegen, besonders über Hindernisse oder an einer Oberfläche entlang

klettern pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

klettern is pronounced as [ˈklɛtɐn]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

Is klettern part of Outdoor Recreation vocabulary?

Yes, klettern (climb) can be learned in the Outdoor Recreation topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is klettern part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?

Yes, klettern (climb) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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