die Bestandteile
Translation
components, parts, ingredients, constituents
Examples
Wasser ist ein wesentlicher Bestandteil des Lebens.
Water is an essential component of life.
Das Gerät besteht aus vielen kleinen Bestandteilen.
The device consists of many small parts.
Grammar Patterns
to be an essential component ((of sth.)) Protein is an essential component of our diet.
to consist ((of parts/components)) The product consists of natural components.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Komponenten, Elemente, Zutaten
Etymology
From 'Bestand' (what constitutes something) + 'Teile' (parts). Literally 'constituent parts'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'parts' ('Teile') that 'constitute' ('Bestand') a whole. It can be used for machine parts, ingredients in a recipe, or elements of an idea.