German - English (British) translations for "Silber"
"Silber" German translation
Translation
silver
Definition
Silber is a chemical element with the symbol Ag and atomic number 47. It is a soft, white, lustrous transition metal that possesses the highest electrical conductivity of any element and the highest thermal conductivity of any metal. Silber is commonly used in jewelry, coins, electrical contacts, mirrors, and as a catalyst in chemical reactions.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
neuter
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: silver (metal)
Die Schmuckstücke sind aus Silber.
The jewelry is made of silver.
Meaning: silver (color)
Der Mond scheint silbern am Himmel.
The moon shines silver in the sky.
Meaning: silver (second place)
Er gewann die Silbermedaille bei den Olympischen Spielen.
He won the silver medal at the Olympic Games.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Das Silber ist glänzend.
The silver is shiny.
A1: Mein Ring ist aus Silber.
My ring is made of silver.
A1: Der Löffel ist silbern.
The spoon is silver.
B1: Sie hat eine Silbermedaille gewonnen.
She won a silver medal.
B1: Ich habe mein Silberbesteck geerbt.
I inherited my silver cutlery.
B2: Er trägt eine silberne Armbanduhr.
He is wearing a silver wristwatch.
C1: Die Silberschmiedekunst hat eine lange Tradition in diesem Dorf.
The art of silver smithing has a long tradition in this village.
C1: Das Silber wurde im Bergwerk abgebaut und dann zu Münzen verarbeitet.
The silver was mined in the mine and then processed into coins.
C2: Die Silberpreise sind in den letzten Jahren stark gestiegen.
Silver prices have risen sharply in recent years.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Silber, also known as silver, is a versatile metal that has been used for thousands of years. Its name comes from the Old English word 'seolfor' and the Latin word 'argentum'. Silber has a long history of being valued for its beauty and durability. It has been used to make jewelry, decorative items, and currency in various cultures around the world.
In addition to its aesthetic appeal, silber also has many practical uses. Due to its high electrical conductivity, it is widely used in electrical contacts and circuit boards. It is also an important component in batteries, solar panels, and other electronic devices. Silber's high thermal conductivity makes it useful in applications such as heat sinks and thermal conductors.
Furthermore, silber plays a crucial role in various industrial processes. It is often used as a catalyst in chemical reactions to speed up the rate of reaction without being consumed itself. This property makes silber invaluable in industries such as pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and fine chemicals.