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Riss

English translation of Riss

crack

The German word for crack is Riss. It is used to describe a narrow opening or fissure in a surface, often caused by stress or pressure. It can be used in various contexts, such as a crack in a wall, a crack in a window, or a crack in a piece of pottery. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a weakness or flaw in a system or plan.


Example sentences using: Riss

Ich habe einen Riss in meiner Jeans gefunden.

English translation of Ich habe einen Riss in meiner Jeans gefunden.

I found a tear in my jeans.

In this context, the word 'Riss' is used to describe a tear or rip in a material, such as jeans. It implies that the material has been damaged in a way that it has split or cracked.

Es gibt einen Riss in der Tasse.

English translation of Es gibt einen Riss in der Tasse.

There is a crack in the cup.

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Der Riss in der Wand wird immer größer.

English translation of Der Riss in der Wand wird immer größer.

The crack in the wall is getting bigger.

In this sentence, 'Riss' is describing a crack in a wall. It suggests that there is a linear form of physical damage which is increasing in size over time, causing the structure of the wall to be compromised.

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