Haken
hook
The German word 'Haken' is used to refer to a hook in various contexts. It can be a physical hook used for hanging items or a conceptual hook used to catch someone's attention. It can also be used in idioms or expressions, such as 'jemanden an der Angel haben' (to have someone on the hook), meaning to have someone in one's power or control.
Example sentences using: Haken
Er hängte seine Jacke an den Haken.
He hung his jacket on the hook.
In this sentence, 'Haken' is used to represent a hook. In particular, it refers to a hook on the wall, a place where someone can hang clothing articles such as coats or jackets.
Ich habe einen Haken gefunden.
I found a hook.
In this context, 'Haken' is being used describe an object i.e. a hook. This could be any form of hook, such as a fishing hook or a wall hook.
Hast du den Haken an der Wand gesehen?
Have you seen the hook on the wall?
Here, 'Haken' refers to a physical hook that is attached to a wall. This could be used for hanging things like picture frames, mirrors, or other wall decorations.