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plastic
Ein künstliches Material, das aus Chemikalien hergestellt wird und oft zur Herstellung von Verpackungen, Flaschen oder anderen Gegenständen verwendet wird.
The German word "Plastik" is a noun that means "plastic". It can refer to synthetic materials that can be molded into various shapes and forms, commonly used in packaging, containers, and a wide range of products.
Related Terms:
- Kunststoff: Means "synthetic material" or "polymer", referring to materials made from polymers, which includes plastic but encompasses other forms as well.
- Plastikfolie: Refers to "plastic film" or "wrap", used often for packaging.
- Plastikmüll: Refers to "plastic waste", highlighting environmental concerns regarding plastic usage.
Differences:
- Kunststoff is a more technical or formal term, while Plastik is broader and often implies physical items made of plastic.
- Plastik is often associated with the characteristics or objects made from plastic, whereas Kunststoff may refer more to the underlying material science aspect.
In a practical context, "Plastik" is commonly used in everyday language, making it more familiar to the general public, whereas "Kunststoff" has significant relevance in industry and materials science.
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Examples
Sie vermeidet Produkte aus Plastik.noun
She avoids products made of plastic.
Der Beutel besteht aus Plastik.noun
The bag is made of plastic.
Überall findet man Plastik.noun
Everywhere one finds plastic.
Plastik wird oft nicht recycelt.noun
Plastic is often not recycled.
Kinder spielen mit Plastikspielzeug im Garten.noun
Children play with plastic toys in the garden.
Viele Flaschen werden aus Plastik gemacht.noun
Many bottles are made of plastic.
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