English–German

“log” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃaɪ̯t/

Example

Wir brauchen noch drei Scheite für den Ofen.

We still need three more logs for the stove.

Illustration for Scheit (log)

How to say “log” in German

“Log” in German is Scheit.

A short piece of split wood set aside to burn in a fire or stove.

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

Example sentences with Scheit

Er legte ein trockenes Scheit in den Ofen.

He put a dry log in the stove.

Tips for using Scheit

  • Scheit is neuter, so the singular is das Scheit and the regular plural is die Scheite.

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