das Pestizid
Translation
pesticide
Examples
Der Bauer verwendet Pestizide auf dem Feld.
The farmer uses pesticides in the field.
Der Einsatz von Pestiziden ist umstritten.
The use of pesticides is controversial.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) verwenden to use ((sth.)) The farmer uses pesticides.
Similar Words
Schädlingsbekämpfungsmittel (pest control agent)
Etymology
From Latin 'pestis' (pest) + 'caedere' (to kill).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'pesticide'. Think of 'pest' + '-cide' (to kill).