der Pfeiler
Translation
pillar, column, pier
Examples
Die Brücke steht auf dicken Pfeilern.
The bridge stands on thick pillars.
Er ist ein wichtiger Pfeiler der Mannschaft.
He is an important pillar of the team.
Grammar Patterns
((a pillar)) ((of sth.)) a pillar of sth. He is a pillar of the community.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stütze, Säule
Etymology
From Middle High German 'pfīlære', related to Latin 'pīla' (pillar).
Memory Tips
It sounds similar to the English word 'pillar'. Imagine a thick pillar holding up a bridge.