German Word · Intermediate
Messlatte
the diagonal bar over which the athlete attempts to jump
Pronunciation: say Messlatte
Meaning
the diagonal bar over which the athlete attempts to jump
Example
An dieser Messlatte ist eingezeichnet, wie stark in welchem Jahr das Hochwasser war.
On this measuring pole there are marks to show how high the flooding was in what year.
Practice tips
- Practice Messlatte 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.