das Streusalz
Translation
road salt, de-icing salt
Examples
Im Winter wird Streusalz auf die Straßen gestreut.
In winter, road salt is spread on the streets.
Streusalz schadet der Umwelt.
Road salt harms the environment.
Grammar Patterns
to spread road salt ((on sth.)) Streusalz ((auf et4)) streuen The winter service spreads road salt on the sidewalks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Tausalz (de-icing salt); Alternatives: Sand, Splitt (grit)
Etymology
From 'streuen' (to scatter, to spread) + 'Salz' (salt). Literally 'scattering salt'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'strewing' or scattering salt on icy roads to make them safe.