strom|tanken
Translation
to charge (an electric vehicle), to refuel with electricity
Examples
Ich muss mein Auto stromtanken.
I have to charge my car.
Wo kann man hier in der Nähe stromtanken?
Where can one charge an electric vehicle around here?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to charge (sth.) I have to charge my car.
Similar Words
aufladen, laden
Etymology
Composed of 'Strom' (electricity) and 'tanken' (to refuel). Literally means 'to refuel electricity'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'tanking up' your car, not with petrol, but with 'Strom' (electricity).