der Vulkan
Translation
volcano
Examples
Der Vulkan ist ausgebrochen.
The volcano has erupted.
Wir bestiegen den aktiven Vulkan.
We climbed the active volcano.
Vulkane können sehr gefährlich sein.
Volcanoes can be very dangerous.
Grammar Patterns
(as subject) The volcano is... Der Vulkan ist aktiv.
(as accusative object) to climb sth. Wir besteigen den Vulkan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Feuerspeiende Berg (fire-spitting mountain)
Etymology
From Latin 'Vulcanus', the Roman god of fire. It's an internationalism found in many languages.
Memory Tips
Picture the Roman god Vulcan forging weapons inside a mountain, causing it to erupt. Note the 'V' spelling in German, like in Latin.