der Beton
Translation
concrete
Examples
Die Mauer ist aus Beton.
The wall is made of concrete.
Sie gießen Beton für das Fundament.
They are pouring concrete for the foundation.
Grammar Patterns
to be made of concrete The bridge is made of concrete.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zement (cement), Mörtel (mortar)
Etymology
From French 'béton', derived from Latin 'bitumen'. It's an international word.
Memory Tips
This is a cognate, very similar to the French 'béton' and related to the English 'bitumen'. Picture a solid, concrete block.