Saugglocke
[ˈzaʊ̯kˌɡlɔkə]
The English phrase 'toilet plunger' is translated into German as Saugglocke.
A toilet plunger is a tool with a rubber suction cup used to clear blockages from a toilet drain.
What does it mean word for word?
The word Saugglocke is a compound noun consisting of saugen, which means to suck or suction and Glocke, which means bell.
How does it change in a sentence?
Saugglocke is a feminine noun, so it is preceded by the definite article die (die Saugglocke).
Did you know?
- While Saugglocke is the technical term, many Germans simply refer to a plunger as a Pömpel. This colloquial word is an onomatopoeia that mimics the sound the tool makes when it releases from the drain.
- The verb saugen is used not only for suction but also for the act of vacuuming. A vacuum cleaner is called a Staubsauger, which literally means a 'dust-sucker'.
- In some regions, the tool is called a Gummiglocke, which literally translates to 'rubber bell'.
Examples in context
- Bitte holen Sie eine Saugglocke, um das Problem mit der Toilette zu beheben.Please retrieve a toilet plunger to fix the issue with the toilet.
- Hey, ich brauche mal kurz den Pömpel, die Toilette ist verstopft.Hey, I need the plunger real quick, the toilet is clogged.
- Ich brauche eine Saugglocke für die Toilette.I need a toilet plunger for the toilet.
- Die Saugglocke liegt im Schrank unter dem Waschbecken.The toilet plunger is in the cabinet under the sink.
Example conversation
Julian and Julia are in the bathroom dealing with a clogged toilet.
- JulianDie Toilette ist verstopft.The toilet is clogged.
- JuliaSoll ich die Saugglocke holen?Should I get the toilet plunger?
- JulianJa, bitte, das wäre sehr hilfreich.Yes, please, that would be very helpful.
- JuliaIch habe sie gerade gefunden.I just found it.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Saugglocke, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
