die Pomade
Translation
pomade, hair cream, brilliantine
Examples
Er benutzt Pomade für seine Haare.
He uses pomade for his hair.
Diese Pomade riecht sehr gut.
This pomade smells very good.
Grammar Patterns
to use ((sth.)) for ((sth.)) Er benutzt Pomade für seine Haare.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Haarsalbe, Brillantine
Etymology
From Italian 'pomata' (ointment), from 'pomo' (apple), as it was originally made with apples.
Memory Tips
Similar to the English word 'pomade'. Remember it's a feminine noun in German: 'die Pomade'.