German word

Korb

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔʁp/

Meaning

  • masculine nounbasket

Example

Ich habe zwei Körbe gekauft.

I bought two baskets.

Illustration for Korb (basket)

More examples

Auf dem Markt füllte ich meinen Korb mit frischem Gemüse.

At the market, I filled my basket with fresh vegetables.

Core concept

An open woven carrier sits ready to hold everyday objects, with its handle making transport easy.

Common phrases

  • Einkaufskorb

    shopping basket

  • einen Korb füllen

    fill a basket

  • einen Korb tragen

    carry a basket

Similar words

Tasche: A soft cloth or leather bag carried by hand or over the shoulder for personal belongings.
Tüte: A disposable paper or plastic bag used to take purchased items home.
Kiste: A sturdy square box made of wood or plastic for storing or transporting goods.
Einkaufskorb: A small basket with a handle for holding purchases while shopping in a store.

Definition in German

Ein offenes Gefäß, meist aus Flechtwerk und oft mit Henkel, zum Tragen und Aufbewahren von Gegenständen.

Word origin

Korb developed from the Old High German form korb, borrowed from Latin corbis for a basket or woven container.

Usage tips

  • The phrase jemandem einen Korb geben means to reject someone's romantic interest, not to give that person a basket.

Related words

  • Körbchenlittle basketnoun
  • Einkaufskorbshopping basketnoun

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