Das Element
Example: Wasser ist ein wichtiges Element für das Leben.
Definition
"Das Element" refers to a fundamental substance or component that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means. It is often used to describe basic building blocks in nature, such as oxygen or hydrogen, crucial in various scientific and everyday contexts.
Etymology
The word "das Element" comes from the Latin 'elementum,' which means a first principle or rudiment. It originally referred to the basic substances that make up the natural world. Did you know? The concept of elements dates back to ancient philosophy, where they were thought to be earth, water, air, and fire.
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"Das Element" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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