noun
der Konservierungsstoff, -e
preservative
Ein Stoff, der Lebensmitteln zugesetzt wird, damit sie länger haltbar bleiben.
The German word "Konservierungsstoff" is a compound noun made up of two parts:
- Konservierung: preservation (from "konservieren" = to preserve)
- Stoff: substance, material
Meaning:
"Konservierungsstoff" refers to a preservative, a substance used to preserve food, materials, or products and prevent decay or spoilage.
Similar words:
- Konservierungsmittel (another term for preservative, literally "preservation agent")
- Zusatzstoff (additive, general term for substances added to products)
Differences:
- Konservierungsstoff specifically emphasizes the preservative function.
- Zusatzstoff is broader and includes any additives, not necessarily for preservation.
- Konservierungsmittel is essentially synonymous but less common than "Konservierungsstoff".
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Examples
In vielen Lebensmitteln sind Konservierungsstoffe enthalten.noun
Many foods contain preservatives.
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