das Erdöl
Translation
crude oil, petroleum
Examples
Der Preis für Erdöl ist gestiegen.
The price of crude oil has risen.
Aus Erdöl werden viele Produkte hergestellt.
Many products are made from crude oil.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to extract/import sth. The country extracts a lot of crude oil.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rohöl (crude oil), Petroleum.
Etymology
From 'Erde' (earth) and 'Öl' (oil). It literally translates to 'earth oil'.
Memory Tips
Picture black oil gushing from the earth (Erde) to connect it to 'Erdöl'.