das Hinterrad
Translation
rear wheel, back wheel
Examples
Das Hinterrad des Fahrrads ist platt.
The rear wheel of the bicycle is flat.
Man muss das Hinterrad wechseln.
One has to change the rear wheel.
Grammar Patterns
das Hinterrad + verb The rear wheel does sth. Das Hinterrad eiert.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none common; Antonyms: Vorderrad (front wheel)
Etymology
Composed of 'hinter' (behind) and 'Rad' (wheel). Literally 'behind-wheel'.
Memory Tips
Picture the wheel that is 'hinter' (behind) you when you're riding a bike.