English–German

“shop window” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃaʊ̯ˌfɛnstɐ/

Example

In den Schaufenstern sieht man oft neue Kleidung.

You often see new clothes in the shop windows.

Illustration for Schaufenster (shop window)

How to say “shop window” in German

“Shop window” in German is Schaufenster.

A passerby sees a shop's selected goods framed behind glass before entering.

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

Example sentences with Schaufenster

Beim Abendspaziergang war das Schaufenster festlich beleuchtet.

During an evening walk, the shop window was festively lit.

Tips for using Schaufenster

  • English showcase can also mean a display or event, but German Schaufenster specifically denotes a shop's window display.

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