der Steinbrocken
Translation
boulder, chunk of rock, rock fragment
Examples
Ein großer Steinbrocken fiel vom Berg.
A large boulder fell from the mountain.
Der Weg war voller spitzer Steinbrocken.
The path was full of sharp rock fragments.
Grammar Patterns
a boulder ((of sth.)) a boulder of considerable size ein Steinbrocken von beträchtlicher Größe
Similar Words
Synonyms: boulder, rock fragment; Antonyms: grain of sand
Etymology
From 'Stein' (stone) and 'Brocken' (chunk, lump). 'Brocken' is related to 'brechen' (to break), implying a broken piece of stone.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'broken' piece of 'stone'. Imagine a large, irregularly shaped chunk of rock, like one you'd find after a rockslide.