das Lineal
Translation
ruler
Examples
Ich brauche ein Lineal für die Hausaufgaben.
I need a ruler for the homework.
Mit dem Lineal ziehe ich eine gerade Linie.
I draw a straight line with the ruler.
Grammar Patterns
with ((a ruler)) with a ruler I draw a straight line with the ruler.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Maßstab (measuring stick).
Etymology
From Latin 'linea' (line). It's a tool for making lines.
Memory Tips
It looks and sounds like 'line'. A 'Lineal' is for drawing a 'Linie' (line).