das Filtervlies
Translation
filter fleece, nonwoven filter, filter fabric
Examples
Das Filtervlies reinigt die Luft.
The filter fleece cleans the air.
Man muss das Filtervlies regelmäßig wechseln.
You have to change the filter fleece regularly.
Grammar Patterns
das Filtervlies ((as subject/object)) the filter fleece (as subject/object) The filter fleece is dirty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Filtertuch (filter cloth), das Filtermaterial (filter material)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Filter' (filter) and 'Vlies' (fleece, nonwoven fabric). It literally means 'filter fleece'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'fleece' material ('Vlies') that acts as a 'filter'. The pronunciation of 'Vlies' is similar to 'fleece'.