English–German

“basin” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbɛkən/

Example

Sie füllt das Becken mit Wasser.

She is filling the basin with water.

Illustration for Becken (basin)

How to say “basin” in German

“Basin” in German is Becken.

A low, rounded space with a wide opening, like a vessel, a pool, a body cavity, or a metal disk.

Full entry for Becken: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Becken

Der Arzt untersucht das Becken gründlich.

The doctor examines the pelvis thoroughly.

Tips for using Becken

  • Compounds usually make the intended sense clear, such as Waschbecken for bathroom basin and Schwimmbecken for swimming pool.

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