noun

das Becken, –

pool

Ein großer Behälter aus hartem Material, der mit Wasser gefüllt werden kann, zum Beispiel zum Schwimmen oder Waschen.

The German word "Becken" is a noun that primarily means "basin" or "pelvis." It can refer to various contexts such as a body of water (a basin) or the anatomical structure in the body that forms the lower part of the torso, supporting various organs.

Similar words in German include "Saatbecken" (seed basin), "Wasserbecken" (water basin), and "Schädelbecken" (cranial basin).

The primary difference between "Becken" and these similar words is that "Becken" is more general, while other terms specify certain types of basins or contexts in which the term is used.

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Examples

Neben dem Gebäude befindet sich ein Becken für Kinder.noun

Next to the building there is a pool for children.

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