das Laminat
Translation
laminate, laminate flooring
Examples
Wir verlegen neues Laminat im Wohnzimmer.
We are laying new laminate in the living room.
Laminat ist pflegeleicht und robust.
Laminate is easy to care for and robust.
Grammar Patterns
to lay ((sth.)) Wir verlegen neues Laminat.
to be made of ((sth.)) Der Boden besteht aus Laminat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schichtstoff; Other floorings: Parkett (parquet), Teppich (carpet)
Etymology
An international word from Latin 'lāmina' (thin plate, sheet).
Memory Tips
Think of 'laminating' a document. It's a protective layer, just like the flooring.