das Schüttgut
Translation
bulk material, bulk goods
Examples
Sand und Kies sind typische Schüttgüter.
Sand and gravel are typical bulk materials.
Der LKW transportiert Schüttgut.
The truck is transporting bulk goods.
Grammar Patterns
((to transport/store)) bulk material The truck transports bulk material.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Massengut
Etymology
A compound of 'schütten' (to pour) and 'Gut' (goods). Literally 'poured goods'.
Memory Tips
Think of goods ('Gut') that you can pour or dump ('schütten'), like sand or grain.