der Zylinder
Translation
cylinder, top hat
Examples
Ein Zylinder hat zwei runde Grundflächen.
A cylinder has two circular bases.
Der Motor hat sechs Zylinder.
The engine has six cylinders.
Der Zauberer trug einen schwarzen Zylinder.
The magician wore a black top hat.
Grammar Patterns
((a cylinder)) as a subject. The cylinder is hollow. Der Zylinder ist hohl.
((a cylinder)) as a direct object. I see a cylinder. Ich sehe einen Zylinder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rolle (roll), Walze (roller).
Etymology
From Greek 'kylindros' (roller), an international term for this shape, cognate with the English 'cylinder'.
Memory Tips
Picture the three main types: a geometric cylinder, an engine cylinder, and a magician's top hat (also called a Zylinder).