das Dreieck
Translation
triangle
Examples
Ein Dreieck hat drei Ecken.
A triangle has three corners.
Zeichne bitte ein gleichseitiges Dreieck.
Please draw an equilateral triangle.
Grammar Patterns
a triangle has ... Ein Dreieck hat drei Ecken.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none); Antonyms: Kreis (circle), Quadrat (square)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'drei' (three) and 'Eck' (corner). Literally 'three-corner'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Drei' (three) + 'Eck' (corner). A shape with three corners. Very logical and easy to remember.