die Abwasserleitung
Translation
sewer pipe, drainpipe, sewage pipe
Examples
Die Abwasserleitung ist verstopft.
The sewer pipe is clogged.
Eine neue Abwasserleitung wird verlegt.
A new sewer pipe is being laid.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is blocked/leaking (sth.) is blocked/leaking The sewer pipe is blocked.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kanalisation (sewerage system), Abflussrohr (drainpipe)
Etymology
Composed of 'Ab-' (away) + 'Wasser' (water) + 'Leitung' (pipe, line). Literally an 'away-water-pipe'.
Memory Tips
Think of water ('Wasser') going 'ab' (away) through a 'Leitung' (line or pipe).