die Tankstelle
Translation
petrol station, filling station
Examples
Die nächste Tankstelle ist 5 km entfernt.
The next petrol station is 5 km away.
An dieser Tankstelle gibt es auch einen kleinen Laden.
This petrol station also has a small shop.
Grammar Patterns
an+3 at (a location) I'm waiting at the petrol station.
zu+3 to (a destination) We're driving to the next petrol station.
Similar Words
die Raststätte (motorway service area)
Etymology
A compound of 'tanken' (to refuel) and 'Stelle' (place, spot). Literally a 'refueling place'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Tank-Stelle' means 'Tank-Place'. A place to fill the tank.