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Stuhl

Chair

Beginnernoun

Definition

A seat for one person with a back.

Example

Bitte setz dich auf den Stuhl.

Please sit on the chair.

Etymology

The term 'Stuhl' comes from the Old High German 'stol', which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*stulaz'. It has historically described a seat or a chair, used for resting or sitting.

How & Where It’s Used

'Stuhl' is frequently employed in both casual conversation and formal writings about furniture or design. It is widely understood across German-speaking countries.

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