German Word · Intermediate
Lüster
a shining, metallic coating on ceramics etc
Pronunciation: /ˈlʏstɐ/
Meaning
a shining, metallic coating on ceramics etc.
Example
Er schob seinen Stuhl zurück, ging hinüber in den Salon und entzündete mehrere Gasflammen des Lüsters über dem Mitteltische.
He shoved back his chair, went into the salon, and lighted several burners of the chandelier over the centre-table.
Practice tips
- Practice Lüster out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.