Der Ventilator
Example: Der Ventilator kühlt den Raum an heißen Tagen.
Definition
"Der Ventilator" refers to a device that creates airflow by rotating blades, typically used to cool down a room or provide ventilation, especially on hot days. It helps circulate air to improve comfort and reduce heat.
Etymology
The word "der Ventilator" comes from the Latin verb 'ventilare,' meaning 'to fan' or 'to blow.' It was adopted into German to describe devices that move air, reflecting its original sense of creating a breeze or airflow.
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"Der Ventilator" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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