die Unterlegscheibe
Translation
washers
Examples
Für diese Schraube brauchen wir eine Unterlegscheibe.
We need a washer for this screw.
Grammar Patterns
((eine Unterlegscheibe)) ((benutzen/verwenden)) to use a washer. One should use a washer here.
Similar Words
die Mutter (nut), die Dichtung (seal/gasket)
Etymology
From 'unter' (under) + 'legen' (to lay/put) + 'Scheibe' (disc). A disc that is laid under something (e.g., a screw head).
Memory Tips
Break it down: a 'Scheibe' (disc) that you 'legen' (lay) 'unter' (under) a screw. The name describes its function perfectly.