die Türstöcke
Translation
door frames, door jambs
Examples
Die alten Türstöcke müssen wir streichen.
We have to paint the old door frames.
Die Türstöcke sind aus massivem Eichenholz.
The door frames are made of solid oak.
Grammar Patterns
to install/paint ((door frames)) The carpenter is installing the door frames.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Türrahmen, Zarge
Etymology
From 'Tür' (door) and 'Stock' (stick, post). Literally 'door post'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a sturdy 'stick' (Stock) that forms the frame for a 'door' (Tür).