This is the 11519th most frequent German word.
steam
The German word for "steam" is "Dampf," meaning "vapor or gaseous water produced by boiling."
The noun 'Dampf' denotes the steam emitted from a boiling liquid here.
Der Dampf steigt aus dem Kochtopf.
The steam rises from the cooking pot.
Steam, as 'Dampf' in German, signifies the source of energy driving a steam-powered locomotive.
Die Lokomotive fährt mit Dampfkraft.
The locomotive operates on steam power.
The verb 'dampfen' is used metaphorically to express heightened anger or frustration.