noun
das Waschbecken, –
sink
Ein festes Becken mit Wasserhahn und Abfluss, in dem man sich die Hände wäscht oder Zähne putzt.
The German word "Waschbecken" is a compound noun made up of two words:
- Wasch: derived from "waschen," meaning "to wash."
- Becken: meaning "basin" or "bowl."
So, "Waschbecken" literally means "washing basin," and it refers to a sink or washbasin used for washing hands, face, etc.
Similar words:
- Spüle — kitchen sink
- Becken — basin (more general)
- Waschtisch — wash table, often implying a washbasin with furniture
Differences:
- Spüle typically refers to a kitchen sink, used primarily for washing dishes.
- Waschbecken is more general and usually used for bathroom sinks.
- Becken alone refers to any basin-like container without specifying washing function.
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Examples
Im Badezimmer hängt ein neues Waschbecken.noun
There is a new sink hanging in the bathroom.
Im Badezimmer hängt ein Spiegel über dem Waschbecken.noun
In the bathroom, a mirror hangs above the sink.
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