das Waschbecken
Translation
washbasin, sink, hand basin
Examples
Das Waschbecken ist im Badezimmer.
The washbasin is in the bathroom.
Bitte wasch dir die Hände am Waschbecken.
Please wash your hands at the sink.
Grammar Patterns
at the sink/washbasin am Waschbecken Please wash your hands at the sink.
Similar Words
das Spülbecken (kitchen sink)
Etymology
Composed of 'waschen' (to wash) and 'Becken' (basin). Literally a 'wash basin'.
Memory Tips
Think of a basin where you wash. The English word 'basin' sounds a bit like 'Becken'.