Mörteleimer

mortar bucket

noun MOER-tel-y-mer Rare

Usage Note

Mörteleimer is a sturdy plastic pail, typically 20–30 litres, used for mixing and carrying mortar, plaster, or tile adhesive on site; its steep tapered sides make emptying and cleaning easier.

Examples

"Der Lehrling füllte den Mörteleimer und trug ihn zum Maurer."

Natural Translation

The apprentice filled the mortar bucket and carried it to the bricklayer.

Literal Translation

The apprentice filled the mortar-bucket and carried it to the bricklayer.

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