das Gestein
Translation
rocks, rock types, stones
Examples
In den Alpen gibt es viele verschiedene Gesteine.
In the Alps, there are many different types of rock.
Dieses Gestein ist vulkanischen Ursprungs.
This rock is of volcanic origin.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) rock(s) rocks from the Alps Gesteine aus den Alpen.
Similar Words
Fels (rock, cliff), Mineral (mineral)
Etymology
The prefix 'Ge-' often forms collective nouns. Combined with 'Stein' (stone), it means a collection of stones, i.e., 'rock'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Ge-' as a group, like in 'Gebirge' (mountain range). So, 'Gestein' is a group of minerals that form a rock.