die Gerade
Translation
straight line
Examples
Zeichne eine Gerade zwischen den Punkten.
Draw a straight line between the points.
Die kürzeste Verbindung ist eine Gerade.
The shortest connection is a straight line.
Grammar Patterns
to draw a straight line (eine Gerade ziehen) You can draw a straight line between two points.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Linie (line), Strecke (segment)
Etymology
Noun form of the adjective 'gerade' (straight).
Memory Tips
Think of geometry class. 'Gerade' is the fundamental straight line. It's 'straight' (gerade) by definition.