Usage Note
Giebel is the triangular upper wall enclosed by a pitched roof, often the decorative face of a house. A house facing the street with this end is a Giebelhaus.
Examples
"Am Giebel des Hauses nistet ein Storch."
Natural Translation
A stork nests on the gable of the house.
Literal Translation
At-the gable of-the house nests a stork.

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