der Sattelpunkt
Translation
saddle point
Examples
Die Funktion hat einen Sattelpunkt bei x=0.
The function has a saddle point at x=0.
Ein Bergsattel ist ein geographischer Sattelpunkt.
A mountain pass is a geographical saddle point.
Grammar Patterns
to be/have a saddle point The function has a saddle point.
Similar Words
Synonyms: minimum, maximum, extreme point
Etymology
Composed of 'Sattel' (saddle) and 'Punkt' (point). It literally means 'saddle point'.
Memory Tips
Picture the shape of a horse's saddle. It curves up in one direction and down in another. The center of this shape is the 'Sattelpunkt'.