der Nährstoff
Translation
nutrient, nourishment
Examples
Pflanzen brauchen Nährstoffe aus dem Boden.
Plants need nutrients from the soil.
Eine gesunde Ernährung ist reich an Nährstoffen.
A healthy diet is rich in nutrients.
Grammar Patterns
to be rich in ((sth.)) This fruit is rich in nutrients.
Similar Words
vitamin, mineral, protein
Etymology
From 'nähren' (to nourish) + 'Stoff' (substance, material). Literally a 'nourishing substance'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Nähr-' (from nourish) + '-stoff' (stuff/substance). It's the 'stuff' that nourishes you.