der Aschenbecher
Translation
ashtray
Examples
Kannst du mir den Aschenbecher geben?
Can you pass me the ashtray?
Der Aschenbecher ist voll.
The ashtray is full.
Grammar Patterns
to empty ((sth.)) to empty something He is emptying the ashtray.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ashtray
Etymology
Compounded from 'Asche' (ash) and 'Becher' (cup, beaker). Literally: a cup for ash.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'beaker' (Becher) used to collect cigarette 'ash' (Asche).