PVC
das PVC, die PVC
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PVC
An abbreviation for polyvinyl chloride, a plastic that can be rigid or flexible depending on its composition. It is used for pipes, window frames, flooring, and cable insulation, among other things.
Die Abwasserrohre bestehen aus PVC.
The wastewater pipes are made of PVC.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die PVC |
| genitive | des PVC |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das PVC | die PVC die PVCs |
| accusative | das PVC | die PVC die PVCs |
| dative | dem PVC | den PVC den PVCs |
| genitive | des PVC des PVCs | der PVC der PVCs |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
When specifying a material, 'PVC' (polyvinyl chloride) often follows 'aus' (made of). As a substance name, 'PVC' remains unchanged.
Die Dichtung ist aus PVC gefertigt.
The seal is made of PVC.
'PVC' (polyvinyl chloride) appears particularly often in compound words relating to construction and household products, such as pipes, windows, plastic sheeting, and flooring. When placed before a noun, the abbreviation is usually joined to it with a hyphen.
Die Fenster bestehen aus PVC und werden als PVC-Fenster angeboten.
The windows are made of PVC and are sold as PVC windows.
'PVC' (polyvinyl chloride) is especially common in technical product descriptions and texts about construction, electrical installation, and recycling. In everyday life, the abbreviation often appears on packaging or material labels.
Auf der Verpackung steht, dass der Schlauch aus PVC besteht.
The packaging says that the hose is made of PVC.
