Pohl

derNoun

pole (archaic spelling of Pol)

Word details

German meaning
Pohl ist ein alter Ausdruck für ein feuchtes, sumpfiges Gelände oder eine Senke.
English meaning
Pohl is an old term for a wet, swampy area or a depression.
Synonym
Moor, Sumpfgebiet
German example
Der Pohl war schwer zugänglich.
English example
The pohl was difficult to access.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Pohl
Plural Form
die Pöhle

Example sentences with “Pohl”

  1. Früher schrieb man Pohl statt Pol. (Previously, one wrote Pohl instead of Pol.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Pohl' still a correct spelling?

No, it is considered an old or variant spelling. The standard is 'Pol'. It is masculine (der).