die Kufen
Translation
runners, blades, skids
Examples
Die Kufen des Schlittens gleiten über den Schnee.
The runners of the sled glide over the snow.
Die Schlittschuhe haben scharfe Kufen.
The ice skates have sharp blades.
Grammar Patterns
the runners (subj.) are... Die Kufen sind sehr scharf.
((sth.)) the runners (obj.) He sharpens the runners of his skates.
with the runners (prep. phrase) With the runners, one glides over the ice.
Similar Words
runners, blades, skids
Etymology
From Middle High German 'kuofe' (vat, tub), likely due to the curved shape resembling a barrel stave.
Memory Tips
Think of 'carving' a 'curve' on the ice with the Kufen. 'Kufe' sounds a bit like 'curve'.