die Wärmedämmung
Translation
thermal insulation, heat insulation
Examples
Eine gute Wärmedämmung spart Heizkosten.
Good thermal insulation saves on heating costs.
Wir müssen die Wärmedämmung des Daches erneuern.
We have to renew the roof's thermal insulation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to have)) to have insulation The house has good thermal insulation.
Similar Words
die Isolierung (insulation), der Schallschutz (soundproofing)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Wärme' (warmth, heat) and 'Dämmung' (insulation, damping). Literally 'heat insulation'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Wärme' is related to 'warm'. 'Dämmung' is like a 'dam' that holds back the heat.