der Betonpfeiler
Translation
concrete pillar, concrete column
Examples
Der Betonpfeiler stützt die Brücke.
The concrete pillar supports the bridge.
Die alten Betonpfeiler haben Risse.
The old concrete pillars have cracks.
Grammar Patterns
((der Betonpfeiler)) + verb... used as a subject The concrete pillar supports the bridge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Betonsäule (concrete column)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Beton' (concrete) and 'Pfeiler' (pillar, pier).
Memory Tips
Picture a strong 'Pfeiler' (pillar) made of 'Beton' (concrete) holding up a bridge.