Translation of German word "Glas" to English
dasGlas
/ɡlas/
Meaning
NounAn amorphous solid, often transparent substance, usually made by melting silica sand with various additives (for most purposes, a mixture of soda, potash and lime is added).
How to use
The neuter noun Glas ('glass') declines regularly (genitive des Glases). In the plural, it gets an umlaut: Gläser (die Gläser). It denotes the material glass, a drinking glass, or a jar.
🇬🇧 English
glass
Example
Ich brauche ein Glas, um Wasser zu trinken.
I need a glass to drink water.
Das Glas ist sehr schwer.
The glass is very heavy.
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Common phrases
- ein Glas Wasser— a glass of water
- ein Glas Wein— a glass of wine
- Brille— glasses / spectacles (related abstract/material compound)
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What is the definition of the German word "das Glas"?▼
The German word "das Glas" is defined as: "An amorphous solid, often transparent substance, usually made by melting silica sand with various additives (for most purposes, a mixture of soda, potash and lime is added)."
What does the German word "das Glas" mean?▼
The German word "das Glas" means "glass" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Glas"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Glas"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Glas ist sehr nützlich." (which translates as "I need a glass to drink water.").
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