die Gießkanne
Translation
watering can
Examples
Ich fülle die Gießkanne mit Wasser.
I am filling the watering can with water.
Die Gießkanne steht neben den Blumen.
The watering can is next to the flowers.
Grammar Patterns
to fill the watering can with ((sth.)) I fill the watering can with water.
Similar Words
Sprenger (sprinkler)
Etymology
A compound of 'gießen' (to pour, to water) and 'Kanne' (can, pot). Literally a 'pouring can'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'can' ('Kanne') that you use for 'pouring' ('gießen') water on plants.