Faden

Faden is a German word that has various meanings depending on the context. In general, the word translates to “thread” in English. However, there are other meanings that you may come across when you come across this word.

Definitions

• Thread - a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers, used in sewing or weaving.
• Strand - a single elongated piece or unit of something, such as a hair, wire, or rope.
• Plot - a plan, scheme, or story.

Opposites

• Thick - dense or bulky, opposite of thin or slender.
• Short - opposite of long or elongated.

Synonyms

• Schnur - a German word that translates to “string” in English.
• Garn - another German word that translates to “yarn” or “thread” in English.

Examples

• Ich kaufte mir einen neuen Faden , um meinen Mantel zu nähen. (I bought a new thread to sew my coat.)
• Die Strähnen ihres Haares waren so dünn wie ein Faden. (The strands of her hair were as thin as a thread.)
• Die Handlung des Films war so verworren, dass ich den Faden verlor. (The plot of the movie was so intricate that I lost the thread.)\ Visit YouGlish.com