German Conversation · Level 20
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German word
Schachtel
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʃaxtəl/
Meaning
- feminine nounbox
Example
Die Schachteln sind leer.
The boxes are empty.
More examples
Sie nahm eine Schachtel Zigaretten aus der Tasche.
She took a pack of cigarettes out of the bag.
Core concept
A compact box or packet presented together with what it contains, such as sweets or cigarettes.
Common phrases
eine Schachtel Zigaretten
a pack of cigarettes
eine Schachtel Streichhölzer
a box of matches
aus der Schachtel nehmen
take out of the box
Similar words
Karton: A sizable cardboard container for storing goods or sending them by mail.
Kiste: A robust wooden or similar container for transporting or storing heavy goods outdoors.
Dose: A closed metal or plastic container for storing liquids, food, or small items.
Definition in German
ein kleines Kästchen, meist aus Karton, Holz oder Metall, zum Aufbewahren oder Verpacken von Dingen.
Word origin
The word developed from Middle High German schahtel, an old term for a small container related to Schacht.
Usage tips
- German normally uses Karton or Kiste rather than Schachtel for a larger shipping container.
Other meanings
- casenoun
- cartonnoun
- packetnoun
Related words
- Zigarettenschachtelcigarette packnoun
- Streichholzschachtelmatchboxnoun
- schachtelweiseby the boxadverb