die Nässe
Translation
wetness, dampness, moisture
Examples
Die Nässe dringt durch die Schuhe.
The wetness is getting through the shoes.
Schütze das Holz vor Nässe.
Protect the wood from moisture.
Grammar Patterns
to protect ((sth.)) from wetness Man muss die Elektronik vor Nässe schützen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Feuchtigkeit (moisture); Antonyms: Trockenheit (dryness)
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'nass' (wet).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'nasty' when something is unpleasantly wet. 'Nässe' sounds a bit like it.