der Heizkessel
Translation
boiler, furnace
Examples
Der Heizkessel im Keller ist sehr alt.
The boiler in the basement is very old.
Ein neuer Heizkessel spart viel Energie.
A new furnace saves a lot of energy.
Grammar Patterns
((the boiler/furnace)) + verb 'the boiler/furnace' as a subject The furnace needs to be serviced.
Similar Words
Boiler, Ofen (oven/stove)
Etymology
From 'heizen' (to heat) + 'Kessel' (kettle, boiler). A boiler for heating a building.
Memory Tips
Picture a giant 'kettle' (Kessel) that 'heats' (heizt) the entire house.