die Kühlluftklappe
Translation
cooling air flap, radiator shutter, air damper
Examples
Die Kühlluftklappe regelt den Luftstrom zum Motor.
The cooling air flap regulates the airflow to the engine.
Eine defekte Kühlluftklappe kann zu Überhitzung führen.
A defective cooling air flap can lead to overheating.
Grammar Patterns
((the cooling air flap)) ... The cooling air flap opens automatically.
Similar Words
die Lüftungsklappe (ventilation flap)
Etymology
From 'Kühl' (cool) + 'Luft' (air) + 'Klappe' (flap). A flap for cool air.
Memory Tips
Picture a small door or 'flap' (Klappe) that opens to let in 'cool air' (Kühlluft) for a car engine.