das Mineral
Translation
mineral
Examples
Wasser enthält wichtige Mineralien.
Water contains important minerals.
Quarz ist ein häufiges Mineral.
Quartz is a common mineral.
Grammar Patterns
reich an ((sth.dat)) sein to be rich in (sth.) This rock is rich in minerals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gestein (rock), Erz (ore)
Etymology
From Medieval Latin 'minerale', from 'minera' (mine). It is directly related to 'Mine' (mine).
Memory Tips
This is a direct cognate with the English word 'mineral', making it very easy to remember. Think of 'mineral water'.