Neuter
Kabel
- (neuter, strong) cable (electronic wire)
- (archaic, neuter, strong) telegram
- (neuter, strong) thick rope
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈkaːbəl/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle High German kabel, which is borrowed via Middle Low German from Middle Dutch cabel (“thick rope”), itself from northern French câble. The contemporary sense is from English cable, which see for more.
Related words
Stahldrahtseil
Übertragungsleitung
kräftiges Seil
dickes Seil aus Leder
Koaxialleitung
Eilbotschaft
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