der Springbrunnen, –
fountain
Ein Wasserbecken, aus dem Wasser durch Düsen nach oben spritzt.
Definition & meaning
A Springbrunnen is a fountain that projects a stream of water into the air, usually for decorative or architectural purposes in parks, gardens, or public squares. It consists of a basin and a mechanism that pumps water upwards, which then falls back into the basin or into a series of tiers.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a masculine noun (der Springbrunnen, plural: die Springbrunnen).
It is a compound word derived from two German words:
- springen: to jump or to leap (referring to the water leaping upwards).
- der Brunnen : a well or fountain.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- die Fontäne : Often used interchangeably, though it can specifically refer to the jet of water itself rather than the entire structure.
- das Wasserspiel : A broader term for any decorative water feature, including those with moving jets or lights.
Antonyms: There are no direct antonyms for this word.
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Examples
Das Wasser im Springbrunnen ist sehr kalt.noun
The water in the fountain is very cold.
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