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Gas
gas
The German word 'Gas' is used in the same way as in English, referring to a state of matter, fuel for vehicles, or a slang term for a funny situation. It is a neuter noun and is pronounced similarly to its English counterpart.
Example sentences using: Gas
Das Gas war definitiv aus.
The gas was definitely off.
This sentence is explaining a situation where it is certain that the gas was turned off, for example in a cooking scenario.
Wo ist die nächste Tankstelle, um Gas zu holen?
Where is the nearest gas station to get gas?
This sentence could be used when asking for directions to the nearest gas station in order to refuel your car with gas.
Meine Wohnung riecht nach Gas.
My apartment smells like gas.
This phrase can be used when there is a noticeable smell of gas in someone's apartment, which could indicate a possible gas leak.