Bottich
/ˈbɔtɪç/masculine
The English phrase 'vat' can be translated into German as Bottich. If unsure, use Bottich. Wiktionary also lists Wanne and Schaff.
Meaning: a large tub, such as is used for making wine or for tanning (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Bottich | /ˈbɔtɪç/ | masculine |
| Wanne | /ˈvanə/ | feminine |
| Schaff | /ʃaf/ | dialectal, neuter |
Which one should you use?
Bottich is used to refer to a large industrial or specialized vat, such as those used for tanning or chemicals. In contrast, Wanne is a more general term used for a tub, basin or bathtub.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Schaff is a dialectal term for a vat or a large container.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Bottich is Bottiche, while the plural form of Wanne is Wannen.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbɔtɪç/
Did you know?
- The German word Bottich shares a surprising ancestry with the English word 'boutique', as both stem from the Late Latin term for a storage room or shop.
Examples in context
- Tom fiel in einen Bottich mit Schwefelsäure.Tom fell into a vat of sulfuric acid.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use Bottich in a sentence regarding a vat of sulfuric acid.Tatoeba #6113298 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #5973391 by Hybrid
- Der Preis beträgt 10,99 € inkl. MwSt.The price is 10.99 € including VAT.
- Wir müssen noch 19 % Umsatzsteuer zahlen.We still have to pay 19% VAT.
- Mit Mehrwertsteuer kostet das Produkt 29,99 €.The product costs 29.99 € including VAT.
- Der Bottich ist aus Holz.The vat is made of wood.
- Sie reinigen den großen Bottich.They are cleaning the large vat.
Example conversation
Laura and Lukas are visiting a traditional winery.
- LauraIst das ein alter Bottich aus Holz?Is that an old wooden vat?
- LukasJa, dieser Bottich ist schon sehr alt.Yes, this vat is already very old.
- LauraWas kommt in diesen Bottich?What goes into this vat?
- LukasDort hinein kommt der frisch gepresste Traubensaft.The freshly pressed grape juice goes in there.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “vat” translations and entries Bottich, Wanne, Schaff, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Bottich, Schaff, Wanne, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
