der Klebstoff
Translation
adhesive, glue
Examples
Ich brauche Klebstoff für mein Projekt.
I need adhesive for my project.
Dieser Klebstoff ist sehr stark.
This adhesive is very strong.
Grammar Patterns
to glue ((sth.)) with adhesive ((et4)) mit Klebstoff kleben I'm gluing the paper with adhesive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Leim (glue, esp. wood glue), Kleber (glue)
Etymology
Compounded from 'kleben' (to stick) and 'Stoff' (substance, material). Literally a 'sticking substance'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'staff' ('Stoff') that is 'cleaved' ('kleb-') to something, i.e., a sticky substance.