die Betonsäule
Translation
concrete column, concrete pillar
Examples
Die Brücke wird von Betonsäulen getragen.
The bridge is supported by concrete columns.
Eine hohe Betonsäule stützt das Dach.
A tall concrete column supports the roof.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) supports sth. ... supports sth. The concrete columns support the bridge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Pfeiler (pier), die Stütze (support)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Beton' (concrete) and 'Säule' (column, pillar).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'bet on' a strong 'soil' pillar. 'Beton' is concrete, and 'Säule' sounds a bit like 'soil', from which a pillar rises.