die Batterie
Translation
battery, cell
Examples
Die Batterie ist fast leer.
The battery is almost empty.
Ich muss die Batterien wechseln.
I have to change the batteries.
Grammar Patterns
the battery is ((empty/full)) Die Batterie ist leer.
to ((charge/change)) the battery Ich muss die Batterie laden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Akku, Stromquelle (power source)
Etymology
From French 'batterie' (beating), from 'battre' (to beat). Originally referred to a group of cannons.
Memory Tips
It's a cognate with the English word 'battery', making it easy to remember. Both come from the idea of 'beating' or striking.