der Lastwagen
Translation
truck, lorry
Examples
Ein großer Lastwagen blockiert die Straße.
A large truck is blocking the road.
Der Lastwagen transportiert schwere Kisten.
The truck is transporting heavy boxes.
Grammar Patterns
to drive ((sth.)) He can drive a truck. Er kann einen Lastwagen fahren.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der LKW (abbreviation for Lastkraftwagen), der Laster
Etymology
A compound word from 'Last' (load, burden) and 'Wagen' (wagon, car). Literally a 'load-car'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'wagon' that carries a 'load'. The 'Last' part sounds like 'last', as in durable.