die Trägerrakete
Translation
carrier rocket, launch vehicle, booster rocket
Examples
Die Trägerrakete bringt einen Satelliten ins All.
The carrier rocket takes a satellite into space.
Der Start der Trägerrakete war erfolgreich.
The launch of the carrier rocket was successful.
Grammar Patterns
((the Trägerrakete)) + verb ... the carrier rocket does sth. The Trägerrakete will launch tomorrow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Startrakete, Schubrakete
Etymology
From 'Träger' (carrier, from 'tragen' - to carry) + 'Rakete' (rocket). Literally a 'carrier rocket'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a strong 'carrier' lifting a 'rocket'. The word structure directly reflects its meaning.