das Becherglas
Translation
beaker
Examples
Füllen Sie die Flüssigkeit in das Becherglas.
Pour the liquid into the beaker.
Ein Becherglas wird im Labor verwendet.
A beaker is used in the laboratory.
Grammar Patterns
to pour ((sth.)) into a beaker ((et4)) in ein Becherglas füllen The chemist pours acid into a beaker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Glasgefäß (glass vessel)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Becher' (cup, mug) and 'Glas' (glass). Literally a 'cup-glass'.
Memory Tips
Picture a simple drinking cup ('Becher') but made of laboratory glass ('Glas'). This image directly leads to the beaker.