das Ventil
Translation
valve, vent, outlet
Examples
Das Ventil am Reifen ist undicht.
The valve on the tire is leaking.
Sport ist ein gutes Ventil für Stress.
Sports are a good outlet for stress.
Grammar Patterns
the valve is ((adjective)) The valve is broken.
an outlet for ((sth.)) Sports are a good outlet for aggression.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Klappe (flap), Hahn (faucet); Antonyms: Verschluss (seal)
Etymology
From Latin 'ventulus' (a slight wind), diminutive of 'ventus' (wind).
Memory Tips
Think of a bicycle tire's 'valve' or a room's 'vent'. It controls the flow of air or liquid.