Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɜːrmən ˈsɪlvər/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

German silver, also known as nickel silver or alpacca, is a white alloy made primarily of copper, nickel, and zinc. It resembles silver but contains no actual silver content.

Examples

1. “The cutlery was made of German silver, giving it an elegant appearance.”

2. “The jewelry box was lined with German silver fabric to prevent tarnishing.”

Additional Information

German silver is commonly used in various decorative and functional items due to its attractive appearance and corrosion-resistant properties.