das Laufrad
Translation
balance bike, running wheel, hamster wheel
Examples
Das Kind fährt mit dem Laufrad.
The child is riding the balance bike.
Der Hamster rennt in seinem Laufrad.
The hamster is running in its wheel.
Grammar Patterns
mit dem Laufrad fahren to ride a balance bike The child is already riding a balance bike.
Similar Words
Roller (scooter)
Etymology
A compound of 'Lauf' (run) and 'Rad' (wheel). It literally means 'running wheel'.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'Rad' (wheel) that helps a child 'laufen' (run/move) before they get pedals, or a wheel for a hamster.