die Leuchtstofflampe
Translation
fluorescent lamp, fluorescent tube
Examples
Die Leuchtstofflampe an der Decke flackert.
The fluorescent lamp on the ceiling is flickering.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to use as a subject/object The fluorescent lamp is very bright.
Similar Words
die Neonröhre (neon tube)
Etymology
From 'Leucht-' (shining) + 'Stoff' (substance) + 'Lampe' (lamp). A lamp using a shining substance.
Memory Tips
Break it down: a 'Lampe' (lamp) filled with a 'Stoff' (substance) that 'leuchtet' (shines).