Schmirgelpapier

dasNoun

emery paper; sandpaper

English translations

  1. 01

    sandpaper

Word details

German meaning
Schmirgelpapier ist ein raues Papier, das zum Glätten von Oberflächen verwendet wird.
English meaning
Sandpaper is a rough paper used to smooth surfaces.
Synonym
Sandpapier
German example
Ich habe das Holz mit Schmirgelpapier geglättet.
English example
I smoothed the wood with sandpaper.
Type
Noun
Article
das
Singular Form
das Schmirgelpapier
Plural Form
die Schmirgelpapiere

Example sentences with “Schmirgelpapier”

  1. Das Schmirgelpapier ist sehr fein. (The emery paper is very fine.)

Frequently asked questions

How does Schmirgelpapier differ from Sandpapier?

They are often used synonymously, though 'Schmirgelpapier' specifically uses emery as the abrasive material.