Schachtel Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Schachtel" is used as noun with the meaning of "box", "carton" or "case".

Essential properties of "Schachtel"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Schachtel
  • Plural: die Schachteln

Meanings of "Schachtel" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Small box or case, typically cardboard"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich habe eine Schachtel Pralinen gekauft.I bought a box of chocolates.
  2. Die Schachtel ist voll mit alten Briefen.The box is full of old letters.
  3. Er öffnete die Schachtel vorsichtig.He carefully opened the box.

2.) "Derogatory or humorous term for an older person"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die alte Schachtel hat immer etwas zu meckern.The old hag always has something to complain about.
  2. Er nannte sie eine Schachtel, was sie ärgerte.He called her an old bag, which annoyed her.
  3. Diese Schachtel fährt immer noch Auto.That old biddy is still driving.
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