das Erdgas
Translation
natural gas
Examples
Deutschland importiert viel Erdgas.
Germany imports a lot of natural gas.
Heizen mit Erdgas ist umweltfreundlicher.
Heating with natural gas is more environmentally friendly.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to use/import/consume (sth.) Germany imports a lot of natural gas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Naturgas; Antonyms: erneuerbare Energien (renewable energies).
Etymology
From 'Erde' (earth) and 'Gas' (gas). It literally translates to 'earth gas'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'gas' that comes from the 'Erde' (earth).