der Stahl
Translation
steel
Examples
Diese Brücke ist aus Stahl gebaut.
This bridge is built of steel.
Die deutsche Stahlindustrie ist bekannt.
The German steel industry is famous.
Grammar Patterns
((aus+dat)) made of steel This bridge is built aus Stahl.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Eisen (iron); Antonyms: Holz (wood), Plastik (plastic)
Etymology
From Old High German 'stahl', related to the English word 'steel'. Both come from a Proto-Germanic root meaning 'to be firm, rigid'.
Memory Tips
Sounds very similar to the English word 'steel'. Just remember the German spelling and the masculine article 'der'.