Meaning 1neutral · 82%
The line where a surface ends or meets another surface.
Natural examples
Stell die Vase nicht an die Kante des Tisches.
Do not place the vase near the table's edge.
An der Kante des Blattes fehlt ein kleines Stück.
A small piece is missing from the edge of the page.
Der Wanderweg führt an einer steilen Kante entlang.
The hiking path runs along a steep edge.
Usage note
Kante is feminine. Common phrases include standing at an edge or pushing something over it. Sharp edges can cause injuries.
Mini-lesson: Kante
The line where a surface ends or meets another surface. Kante is feminine. Common phrases include standing at an edge or pushing something over it. Sharp edges can cause injuries.
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