noun
der Geldbeutel, –
wallet
The German word "Geldbeutel" is a compound noun made of:
- Geld meaning "money"
- Beutel meaning "bag" or "pouch"
So, "Geldbeutel" literally translates to "money bag" and refers to a wallet or purse where money and small personal items are kept.
Similar words:
- Portemonnaie (wallet, a more formal or French-derived term)
- Brieftasche (wallet, literally "letter bag")
- Geldbörse (money purse)
Differences:
- Geldbeutel and Geldbörse are quite synonymous, but Geldbeutel often emphasizes a softer, pouch-like object, while Brieftasche may denote a more structured wallet.
- Portemonnaie is often used in formal contexts or everyday speech interchangeably, influenced by French.
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Examples
Der Geldbeutel liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The wallet is on the table.
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