die Stiege
Translation
stairs, staircase, stile
Examples
Die Stiege zum Dachboden ist sehr steil.
The stairs to the attic are very steep.
Vorsicht, die Stiegen sind nass.
Be careful, the stairs are wet.
Grammar Patterns
to go up/down the stairs He is going up the stairs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Treppe; Antonyms: Rampe (ramp), Aufzug (elevator)
Etymology
Related to the verb 'steigen', which means 'to climb'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'steigen' (to climb). A 'Stiege' is what you 'climb'. It's a regional term, common in Austria and Southern Germany.