der Keller, –
cellar · basement
Ein Raum im unteren Teil eines Hauses, oft unter der Erde, der meist zur Lagerung von Dingen genutzt wird.
The German word "Keller" is a noun that means "cellar" or "basement." The word does not break down into smaller meaningful components, as it is a standalone term.
Similar words in German include "Untergeschoss" (below ground level) and "Gewölbe" (vault or arched cellar).
The main difference between "Keller" and these similar words is that "Keller" specifically refers to a room or space used for storage, wine, or other purposes, whereas "Untergeschoss" is a more general term that denotes any lower level in a building, and "Gewölbe" describes a structural feature indicative of architectural style rather than just a functional storage space.
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Examples
Ich gehe in den Keller.noun
I go into the cellar.
Der Keller ist dunkel.noun
The basement is dark.
Im Keller stehen drei alte Stühle.noun
In the cellar there are three old chairs.
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