Essigwasser

vinegar water (cleaning solution of vinegar and water)

noun ES-sikh-vas-ser Rare

Usage Note

Essigwasser is a diluted vinegar solution used as a natural, inexpensive cleaning agent for windows, tiles, and limescale; widely recommended in German eco-cleaning guides (Haushaltsmittel) as an alternative to chemical cleaners.

Examples

"Die schrundige Rinde der alten Kiefer war voller tiefer Risse."

Natural Translation

The cracked bark of the old pine was full of deep cracks.

Literal Translation

The fissured bark of the old pine was full of deep cracks.

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