das Grundwasser
Translation
groundwater, ground water
Examples
Das Grundwasser ist eine wichtige Ressource.
Groundwater is an important resource.
Der Brunnen wird mit Grundwasser gespeist.
The well is fed by groundwater.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to use/protect to use/protect (sth.) We must protect the groundwater.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bodenwasser; Antonyms: Oberflächenwasser (surface water)
Etymology
From 'Grund' (ground) + 'Wasser' (water). Literally 'ground water'.
Memory Tips
Imagine the 'water' (Wasser) that is hidden in the 'ground' (Grund) beneath your feet.