Paraffin
dasNounparaffin
English translations
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paraffin
Word details
- German meaning
- Paraffin ist ein wachsartiger Stoff, der aus Erdöl gewonnen wird und zur Herstellung von Kerzen, Kosmetika und Beschichtungen verwendet wird.
- English meaning
- Paraffin is a waxy substance derived from petroleum, used to make candles, cosmetics, and coatings.
- Synonym
- Wachs
- German example
- Die Kerze besteht aus reinem Paraffin.
- English example
- The candle is made of pure paraffin.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- das
- Singular Form
- das Paraffin
- Plural Form
- die Paraffine
Related words
- Paraffinöl
Paraffin oil
- Wachs
Wax
Example sentences with “Paraffin”
Das Paraffin schmilzt bei niedrigen Temperaturen. (The paraffin melts at low temperatures.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gender of Paraffin?
It is neuter (das Paraffin).