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Staudamm
German → American English
American English
dam
Ein Bauwerk, das Wasser aufstaut und zurückhält.
Der Staudamm wurde gebaut, um das Tal vor Hochwasser zu schützen.Staudamm is used for a dam that holds back water, often for hydroelectric power or flood control. In everyday German, Talsperre is also very common for a reservoir dam.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Staudamm mean in English?
It means dam, especially a structure built to hold back water.
Is Staudamm the same as Talsperre?
They are closely related. Staudamm refers to the dam structure itself, while Talsperre often refers to a reservoir dam or the dam-and-reservoir system.
How do you use Staudamm in a sentence?
Example: Der Staudamm schützt das Tal vor Überschwemmungen.
What is the plural of Staudamm?
The plural is Staudämme.