Die Zahnbürste
Example: Ich habe meine Zahnbürste im Badezimmer vergessen.
Definition
"Die Zahnbürste" refers to a small brush used for cleaning teeth. It typically has a handle and bristles designed to remove plaque and food particles from the teeth and gums, promoting dental hygiene. For example: "I forgot my toothbrush in the bathroom."
Etymology
The word "die Zahnbürste" comes from German, combining "Zahn" meaning tooth and "Bürste" meaning brush. This compound literally means 'tooth brush.' Did you know that the concept of a toothbrush dates back thousands of years, but the modern form was popularized in Germany in the 18th century?
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"Die Zahnbürste" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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