GERMAN · B2WORD NOTES
MEANING & PRONUNCIATION

die Welle

wave of water

Eine hohe Welle schlug gegen das Boot, sodass alle an Deck ihre Plätze verlassen mussten.

A high wave hit the boat, forcing everyone on deck to leave their places.

wave; surge

Nach der Ankündigung erreichte die Verwaltung eine Welle von Beschwerden über die geplante Gebühr.

After the announcement, the administration received a wave of complaints about the planned fee.

shaft; drive shaft

Eine beschädigte Welle musste ersetzt werden, bevor der Motor wieder sicher betrieben werden konnte.

A damaged shaft had to be replaced before the engine could be operated safely again.

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