das Steuer

Plural: die Steuern

Based on: *sta-

the steering device

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Sources for Etymology:

Check "steuer" on DWDS.de
Biggest German Dictionary, great for etymology, usage frequency and collocations)
"steuer" on Wiktionary (English version)
(For etymological connections across European languages. Not always accurate)
Etymonline.com - Origins of English words
My favorite source for the origin of English words.

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Word of the Day – “Steuer”

A fun look at the meaning of "die Steuer" and its brother "das Steuer" and the surprise connection between steering can taxation :). Also: a mention of "lenken"

Vocab: das Steuer, die Steuer, steuerbord, die Steuererklärung, die Steuerung, die Mehrwertsteuer

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Kronberg Castle King

I will say this is the root for English offspring Steer

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Emanuel

Reply to Kronberg Castle King

Yes, “steer” comes from “*sta” as well.

Kronberg Castle King

Reply to Emanuel

danke for your confirmation

How many meanings does the German word 'Steuer' have?

Steuer has 1 distinct meaning: 1. the steering device.

What is the gender of 'Steuer'?

das

What is the plural of 'Steuer'?

die Steuern

What is 'Steuer' related to?

The word 'Steuer' is related to *sta-.

Where can I learn more about 'Steuer'?

Here are some articles where you can learn more about 'Steuer':

Word of the Day – “Steuer”
A fun look at the meaning of "die Steuer" and its brother "das Steuer" and the surprise connection between steering can taxation :). Also: a mention of "lenken"
Vocab: das Steuer, die Steuer, steuerbord, die Steuererklärung, die Steuerung, die Mehrwertsteuer
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