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Re: Help with the translation of "Broadbeam"
Posted: Sat May 24, 2014 5:07 pm
by Glorelendil
The English word 'beam' is derived from the German word for tree ('baum') and I suspect it originally meant that, before it was co-opted as a construction term. There's a type of tree called "hornbeam", and of course there's "Quickbeam" from LoTR.
Re: Help with the translation of "Broadbeam"
Posted: Sat May 24, 2014 7:41 pm
by Falenthal
Tolwen wrote:
So in short, the Broadbeams are probably characterised by their overall broad and squat built compared to the other tribes.
Rocmistro wrote:
-a metaphor for a physical quality like a very broad shoulder set or a strong, wide back.
aramis wrote:
2) horizontal Structural element that bears heavy loads
This seems the way to go when looking for a word that keeps the original meaning. And also, knowing this meaning, I can add some flavour to the general appareance of those dwarves.
Thanks to all for your collaboration!
Re: Help with the translation of "Broadbeam"
Posted: Sat May 24, 2014 8:20 pm
by Valarian
I would imagine that the Broadbeam would indicate shoulder width rather than hip.
Re: Help with the translation of "Broadbeam"
Posted: Sun May 25, 2014 1:23 pm
by Otaku-sempai
I, too, would say that the Broadbeam Dwarves tend to be exceptionally stocky (or, at least, that that is what is implied by the name). Beam equals width.