die Säule
Translation
column, pillar, post, line
Examples
Die alte Brücke wird von Säulen getragen.
The old bridge is supported by columns.
Eine Säule aus Rauch stieg in den Himmel.
A column of smoke rose into the sky.
Er ist eine tragende Säule der Gemeinschaft.
He is a pillar of the community.
Grammar Patterns
a column/pillar ((of sth.)) a column/pillar of sth. A column of smoke rose from the chimney.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pfeiler (pier), Stütze (support)
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'sūl', which means 'column' or 'post'. It's a cognate of the English word 'sill'.
Memory Tips
Picture the majestic 'Säulen' (columns) of an ancient Roman ruin.