der Schimmel
Translation
mold, mildew, white horse
Examples
An der Wand ist Schimmel.
There is mold on the wall.
Der Prinz ritt auf einem Schimmel.
The prince rode on a white horse.
Grammar Patterns
der Schimmel mold, white horse The Schimmel on the wall is dangerous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Moder (mold/rot); Weißes Pferd (white horse)
Etymology
From Old High German 'scimbal' (shine, gleam), referring to the white colour of both the mold and the horse.
Memory Tips
Picture a white horse ('Schimmel') with white spots of mold ('Schimmel') on its saddle. A strange but memorable image to link both meanings.