-bar

Based on: *bher-
Ending
1.

-able (usually)

(The origin of this ending is the verb "to bear". It's quite obscure with verbs, but you can see it in adjectives like "kostbar" (valuable= "bearing cost"). )
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How many meanings does the German word '-bar' have?

-bar has 1 distinct meaning: 1. -able (usually).

What is '-bar' related to?

The word '-bar' is related to *bher-.

Where can I learn more about '-bar'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.