das Becherglas
Translation
beaker
Examples
Füllen Sie die Flüssigkeit in das Becherglas.
Pour the liquid into the beaker.
Ein Becherglas wird im Labor verwendet.
A beaker is used in the laboratory.
Grammar Patterns
to pour ((sth.)) into a beaker ((et4)) in ein Becherglas füllen The chemist pours acid into a beaker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Glasgefäß (glass vessel)
Etymology
Composed of 'Becher' (cup, mug) and 'Glas' (glass). It literally translates to 'cup glass'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a mug ('Becher') made out of scientific glass ('Glas') for use in a lab. That's a 'Becherglas'.