der Brennstoff
Translation
fuel, combustible
Examples
Holz ist ein traditioneller Brennstoff.
Wood is a traditional fuel.
Wir brauchen mehr Brennstoff für den Winter.
We need more fuel for the winter.
Grammar Patterns
fuel for sth. fuel for sth. We are buying fuel for the stove.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Treibstoff, Kraftstoff, Heizmaterial
Etymology
A compound word from 'brennen' (to burn) and 'Stoff' (material, substance). Literally 'burning stuff'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Brenn-' (burn) + '-stoff' (stuff/material). It's the 'stuff that burns'.