German Word · Intermediate
Fallreep
a ladder, originally a rope ladder, used to climb on board of a ship
Pronunciation: /ˈfalˌʁeːp/
Meaning
a ladder, originally a rope ladder, used to climb on board of a ship
Example
Das Schiff war schon im Ablegen begriffen, als er sich noch über das Fallreep an Bord brachte.
The ship was already setting sail when he managed to get on board over the ladder.
Practice tips
- Practice Fallreep out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.