der Schwefel
Translation
sulphur, brimstone
Examples
Der Geruch von Schwefel ist sehr stark.
The smell of sulphur is very strong.
Schwefel ist ein gelbes chemisches Element.
Sulphur is a yellow chemical element.
Grammar Patterns
der Schwefel (as subject) Sulphur is/does... Der Schwefel riecht unangenehm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none
Etymology
From Old High German 'sweval'. Cognate with English 'sulphur'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'rotten egg' smell near volcanoes or hot springs and its characteristic yellow colour.