Schachtel
box
Meaning of Schachtel
ein Behälter mit flachen Seiten und einem Deckel
a container with flat sides and a lid
Pronunciation
Schachtel with English translation
Schachtel usage examples
Die Schachtel steht auf dem Tisch.
The box is on the table.
Ich lege das Geschenk in die Schachtel.
I'm putting the gift in the box.
Schachtel synonyms
What's the difference between Schachtel, Kiste, Karton, Box, Schachtelchen, Kasten, Büchse, and Dose
A direct borrowing from English; in German it often means a box, case, or container.
Diminutive form: a little box, often with a cute or affectionate feel.
A crate, box, cabinet, or container; often larger and sturdier than Schachtel.
Advanced: broader words
Usually a tin can or metal container; not a regular box.
Usually a can or tin container; used for food and drinks, not for an ordinary box.
A very general word: any container or vessel; less specific than Schachtel.
Packaging in general; it is not the box itself, but the wrapping or pack around a product.
A cover, casing, or wrapper; it can be an outer layer rather than a box.
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Questions about this word
What does Schachtel mean?
a container with flat sides and a lid
How do you pronounce Schachtel?
Schachtel is pronounced [ˈʃaxtəl].
How is Schachtel used in a sentence?
The box is on the table. Translation: Die Schachtel steht auf dem Tisch.
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