Ruderboot

rowing boat

noun ROO-der-boht Rare

Usage Note

Ruderboot is a small boat propelled by oars. Hiring a Ruderboot on a park lake is a classic German leisure activity. It differs from a Paddelboot (paddle boat with foot pedals) and a Schlauchboot (inflatable dinghy).

Examples

"Im Kurpark kann man stündlich ein Ruderboot mieten."

Natural Translation

In the spa park you can hire a rowing boat by the hour.

Literal Translation

In the spa park one can hourly a rowing boat hire.

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