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das Löschfahrzeug

fire truck

Das Löschfahrzeug kam schnell zum Einsatzort.

The fire truck arrived quickly at the scene.

Die Feuerwehr hat ein neues Löschfahrzeug.

The fire department has a new fire truck.

das Löschfahrzeug ((as subject)) as a subject The fire truck drives to the scene.

Synonyms: Feuerwehrauto

Composed of 'löschen' (to extinguish) and 'Fahrzeug' (vehicle). Literally a 'vehicle for extinguishing'.

Break it down: 'Lösch' relates to extinguishing, and 'Fahrzeug' is a vehicle. Think of a vehicle that 'lashes' water at a fire.

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