das Silbererz
Translation
silver ore
Examples
In dieser Mine wird Silbererz abgebaut.
Silver ore is mined in this mine.
Das Land ist reich an Silbererz.
The country is rich in silver ore.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to be mined ((sth.)) is mined In dieser Mine wird Silbererz abgebaut.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none common); Related: Goldader (gold vein)
Etymology
A compound of 'Silber' (silver) and 'Erz' (ore).
Memory Tips
Picture a rock ('Erz') that is shiny and silver ('Silber').