Das Spülbecken
Example: Das Spülbecken in der Küche ist sehr sauber.
Definition
"Das Spülbecken" refers to the sink in a kitchen or bathroom, used for washing dishes, hands, or other items. It typically consists of a basin with a faucet and a drain, designed to hold water temporarily while cleaning tasks are performed.
Etymology
The word "das Spülbecken" comes from German, where "spülen" means 'to rinse or wash' and "Becken" means 'basin.' Together, they literally mean 'rinsing basin.' Did you know that "spülen" is related to the English word 'spill' through their shared Old High German roots, although their meanings have diverged over time?
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"Das Spülbecken" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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