der Buchdeckel, –
book cover
The German word "Buchdeckel" is a noun that means "book cover". It is a compound noun formed from "Buch" (book) and "Deckel" (cover or lid). "Buchdeckel" refers specifically to the protective outer covering of a book, which can be made of various materials like paper, cardboard, or leather.
Similar words include "Cover" (borrowed from English, also meaning "cover") and "Einband" (binding).
The difference lies in their specific uses: "Cover" is often used informally in a broader sense, while "Einband" refers to the way in which the pages of the book are bound together and may not imply a protective element like "Buchdeckel".
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Auf dem Buchdeckel steht der Titel deutlich geschrieben.noun
On the book cover, the title is clearly written.
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