die Decke, -n
blanket
Ein Stück Stoff oder Material, das man über etwas legt, um Wärme zu geben oder etwas zu bedecken.
The German word "Decke" is a noun that means "ceiling" or "cover". It can refer to the upper interior surface of a room (ceiling) or a covering, like a blanket, (cover). "Decke" has its roots in the verb "dekken," which means "to cover" or "to lay".
Similar words in German include:
- "Oberfläche" (surface) when referring to the top of something (like in a broader context).
- "Bettdecke" (bedspread) when referring specifically to a blanket.
The distinction here lies in context: "Decke" is broader and can relate to both ceilings and coverings, while words like "Bettdecke" specifically refer to bedding.
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Examples
Unter der Decke fühlt es sich warm an.noun
Under the blanket it feels warm.
Unter der Decke fühle ich mich geborgen.noun
Under the blanket, I feel safe.
Die Decke ist sehr weich.noun
The blanket is very soft.
Eine Decke liegt auf dem Sofa.noun
A blanket is lying on the sofa.
Kannst du mir bitte die Decke geben?noun
Can you please give me the blanket?
Im Schrank liegen zwei Decken.noun
In the closet there are two blankets.
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