der Hohlraum
Translation
cavity, hollow space, void, hollow
Examples
In der Wand wurde ein Hohlraum entdeckt.
A cavity was discovered in the wall.
Der Hohlraum im Zahn muss gefüllt werden.
The cavity in the tooth must be filled.
Grammar Patterns
a cavity in ((sth.)) a hollow space within something There is a cavity in the wall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cavity, void, hollow space; Antonyms: filling, solid mass
Etymology
Compounded from 'hohl' (hollow) and 'Raum' (space, room).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'hollow room' to remember the meaning.