das Amphetamin
Translation
amphetamine
Examples
Amphetamin ist ein starkes Stimulans.
Amphetamine is a strong stimulant.
Der Besitz von Amphetamin ist illegal.
The possession of amphetamine is illegal.
Grammar Patterns
to take ((sth.)) ((et4)) nehmen Taking amphetamine is dangerous.
possession of ((sth.)) der Besitz von ((et3)) The possession of amphetamine is illegal.
Similar Words
Aufputschmittel (stimulant), speed
Etymology
A shortened form of the chemical name alpha-methylphenethylamine. It is an international scientific term.
Memory Tips
It's a cognate in many languages. Pay attention to the German spelling: 'ph' and '-amin'.