canister / jerrycan
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canister / jerrycan
A portable, sturdy container made of metal or plastic for storing and transporting liquids, especially fuel.
Für die lange Fahrt haben wir einen Reservekanister mit Benzin im Kofferraum.
For the long trip, we have a spare canister of gasoline in the trunk.
The word 'Kanister' (canister / jerrycan) is often used as the head noun in compound nouns to specify the contents. This way, you immediately know which liquid the container is intended for.
Im Auto sollte man für Notfälle immer einen Wasserkanister haben.
You should always have a water canister in the car for emergencies.
Common verbs used with 'Kanister' (canister / jerrycan) are 'füllen' (to fill), 'leeren' (to empty), and 'transportieren' (to transport). A canister can also be 'voll' (full) or 'leer' (empty).
Kannst du bitte den Kanister mit Wasser füllen?
Can you please fill the canister with water?
If you want to express what a canister is filled with, use the preposition 'mit' (with) followed by the dative.
Er füllte den Kanister mit dem restlichen Öl.
He filled the canister with the remaining oil.
bottle
'Flasche' and 'Kanister' are both containers in which you can store or transport liquids. A 'Flasche' is usually smaller and has a narrow neck, for example for water, juice, or oil. A 'Kanister' is sturdier, often larger, and practical to carry; it is used especially for gasoline, water, or other liquids in larger quantities. The words can be confused because both can contain liquids. But natural usage is: 'eine Flasche Wasser' (a bottle of water) for everyday use, and 'ein Kanister Benzin' (a canister of gasoline) for transport. A 'Gasflasche' (gas cylinder) is again a special pressure container and not a 'Kanister'.
Für die Fahrt nimmt Timo einen Kanister Benzin mit.
Timo takes a canister of gasoline with him for the trip.
Im Sommer ist eine Flasche Wasser im Bus sehr praktisch.
In summer, a bottle of water on the bus is very practical.