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“truck” in German

German

AlsoLastwagen

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɛlkaːveː/

Example

Der Lkw fährt auf der Autobahn.

The truck is driving on the highway.

Illustration for Lkw (truck)

How to say “truck” in German

“Truck” in German is Lkw.

A large road hauler carrying goods between places.

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

Example sentences with Lkw

Die Möbel wurden mit einem Lkw geliefert.

The furniture was delivered by truck.

Tips for using Lkw

  • The masculine singular uses der Lkw or ein Lkw, while plural forms include die Lkw and die Lkws.

Other German words for “truck”

Ein Lastwagen bringt die Lieferung.

A truck is bringing the shipment.

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