German word

Barrel

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbɛʁəl/

Meaning

  • neuter nounbarrel

Example

Das Barrel ist rostig.

The barrel is rusty.

Illustration for Barrel (barrel)

More examples

Der Vertrag sichert den Preis pro Barrel für sechs Monate.

The contract secures the price per barrel for six months.

Core concept

A sturdy cylinder whose name also labels the standard oil-market amount associated with it.

Common phrases

  • Rohöl pro Barrel

    crude oil by the barrel

  • der Barrelpreis

    price per barrel

Similar words

Fass: A wooden or metal cylinder for storing liquids over long periods.
Trommel: A metal or plastic cylinder for storing powders or coiled cable.
Behälter: A general container for holding and storing liquids or other materials.
Kanister: A flat, portable container for carrying or pouring small amounts of liquid.

Definition in German

Ein Barrel ist ursprünglich ein Fass und wird im Ölhandel als Volumeneinheit von etwa 159 Litern verwendet.

Word origin

German borrowed Barrel from English barrel, a word that entered English through French and became established as an oil unit in the petroleum trade.

Usage tips

  • Barrel is neuter in German, so the forms are das Barrel and mehrere Barrels.

Related words

  • Barrelpreisprice per barrelnoun

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