der Steg
Translation
jetty, pier, footbridge, catwalk
Examples
Das Boot liegt am Steg.
The boat is at the jetty.
Wir gingen über den schmalen Steg.
We walked over the narrow footbridge.
Grammar Patterns
((at sth.)) to be at sth. The boat is at the jetty.
((over sth.)) to go over sth. We walked over the narrow footbridge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Brücke (bridge), Pier, Anlegestelle (landing stage)
Etymology
From Old High German 'steg', related to 'steigen' (to climb, step). It signifies a path one steps on.
Memory Tips
Imagine taking careful 'steps' on a narrow wooden 'Steg' over water. The sound is similar to 'stick' or 'stage'.