die Beschichtung
Translation
coating, layer, plating
Examples
Die Pfanne hat eine spezielle Beschichtung.
The pan has a special coating.
Die Beschichtung schützt vor Korrosion.
The coating protects against corrosion.
Grammar Patterns
a coating ((of sth.)) a coating of something The coating of Teflon is practical.
Similar Words
Überzug (covering), Anstrich (coat of paint), Lackierung (varnish)
Etymology
From the verb 'beschichten' (to coat). It's derived from 'be-' + 'Schicht' (layer) + '-en', with the noun suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
Imagine applying a 'Schicht' (layer) 'be-' (onto) a surface. This action is the 'Beschichtung'.