rainwater
das Regenwasser
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rainwater
Water that falls from the sky in the form of rain and does not come from other sources such as rivers, lakes, or groundwater.
Wir sammeln das Regenwasser in einer großen Tonne, um damit die Pflanzen im Garten zu gießen.
We collect the rainwater in a large barrel so we can use it to water the plants in the garden.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Regenwassers |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Regenwasser | – |
| accusative | das Regenwasser | – |
| dative | dem Regenwasser | – |
| genitive | des Regenwassers | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word is composed of 'der Regen' (rain) and 'das Wasser' (water). The 's' in the middle is a linking element that connects the two words. So it literally means 'water that comes from rain'.
Regenwasser ist oft weicher als Leitungswasser.
Rainwater is often softer than tap water.
In everyday life, 'Regenwasser' (rainwater) is often used in certain contexts. Typical verbs are 'sammeln' (to collect), 'nutzen' (to use), or 'verwenden' (to use), especially in the context of gardening.
Viele Gärtner nutzen Regenwasser, um ihre Blumen zu gießen.
Many gardeners use rainwater to water their flowers.
Wir sammeln das Regenwasser in einer großen Zisterne.
We collect the rainwater in a large cistern.
This word is used whenever the source of the water—namely rain—is important. It emphasizes the difference from water from the tap or from a well.
Für empfindliche Zimmerpflanzen ist Regenwasser besser geeignet.
Rainwater is better suited for sensitive houseplants.
