das Rail
Translation
rail (for grinding in skateboarding, etc.)
Examples
Der Skateboarder slidet über das Rail.
The skateboarder slides over the rail.
Er hat ein neues Rail im Skatepark gebaut.
He built a new rail in the skatepark.
Grammar Patterns
((over+acc)) to slide/grind over ... The skater grinds over the rail.
((on+dat)) to balance on ... She is balancing on the rail.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stange (pole), Geländer (railing); Different meaning: Schiene (train rail)
Etymology
A loanword from English 'rail', used in specific contexts like skateboarding or snowboarding.
Memory Tips
It's the exact same word as in English, used for the same purpose in extreme sports.