English–German

“carpet” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtɛpɪç/

Example

Ich sauge jeden Samstag den Teppich.

I vacuum the carpet every Saturday.

Illustration for Teppich (carpet)

How to say “carpet” in German

“Carpet” in German is Teppich.

A warm decorative floor layer that creates a distinct area within a room.

Full entry for Teppich: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Teppich

Sie kaufte einen neuen Teppich fürs Wohnzimmer.

She bought a new carpet for the living room.

Tips for using Teppich

  • In everyday German, Teppich can mean either a rug or a carpet, while Teppichboden specifically refers to floor carpeting.

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