der Spiegel
Translation
mirror, looking glass, level
Examples
Sie schaut in den Spiegel.
She is looking in the mirror.
Der Spiegel des Sees ist gestiegen.
The level of the lake has risen.
Grammar Patterns
to look in ((sth.)) She is looking in the mirror.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none common); Antonyms: (none)
Etymology
From Old High German 'spiegal', from Latin 'speculum' (mirror), related to 'specere' (to look at).
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English word 'speculate' or 'inspect'. A 'Spiegel' is what you use to inspect your own appearance.