Neuter
Steuerbord
Meaning
starboard (the right side of a nautical vessel)
Opposite of
Backbord
Synonyms
rechte Schiffsseite
Steuerbordseite
Translations
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈʃtɔɪ̯əʁbɔʁt/
Etymology
Equivalent to Steuer (“helm, steering wheel”) + Bord (“board”), because early Germanic ships were steered with a paddle over the right side.
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