mehrsträngiger

"Mehrsträngiger" is a German adjective that translates to "multi-strand" or "multi-filament" in English. It is commonly used to describe materials, particularly cables and wires, that consist of multiple individual strands or filaments. This construction provides several advantages, including increased strength, flexibility, and durability compared to single-strand materials. The term is often used in technical and engineering contexts to specify the number of strands in a cable or wire, such as "viersträngiger" for four-strand or "achtsträngiger" for eight-strand.

In the context of electrical wiring, "mehrsträngiger" cables are used to carry higher currents and are often found in industrial and high-power applications. The multiple strands also help to reduce the risk of breakage and improve the cable's resistance to wear and tear. In the field of textiles, "mehrsträngige" yarns are used to create fabrics with enhanced properties, such as increased softness and reduced pilling.

The term "mehrsträngiger" is derived from the combination of "mehr" meaning "more" and "Strang" meaning "strand" or "filament". It is an example of the German language's ability to create complex terms by combining simpler words. The adjective is typically used in the attributive form, preceding the noun it modifies, such as "ein mehrsträngiger Kabel" for a multi-strand cable.