der Lieferwagen, –
delivery van
Definition & Meaning
A Lieferwagen is a commercial vehicle designed for the transport of goods, parcels, or freight. It is typically a closed vehicle used by businesses for local deliveries, courier services, or tradespeople. In English, it is referred to as a delivery van or a van.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a compound noun formed by two parts:
- Liefer-: Derived from the verb liefern , which means "to deliver."
- Wagen: Meaning "car," "vehicle," or "wagon."
Grammatically, it is a masculine noun (der). The plural form remains the same as the singular (die Lieferwagen).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Transporter : A common term for a van used for transport.
- Lieferfahrzeug : A more formal term for a delivery vehicle.
- Kastenwagen : Specifically refers to a van with a box-like cargo area.
- Lastkraftwagen (often abbreviated as LKW): Used if the vehicle is larger, though Lieferwagen usually refers to smaller, van-sized vehicles.
Antonyms: There are no direct antonyms for this word, as it describes a specific category of vehicle. However, it is conceptually contrasted with:
- Personenkraftwagen [?](vocabuo://word/Personenkraftwagen] (or PKW): A vehicle designed for transporting people rather than cargo.
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Der Lieferwagen steht vor dem Haus.noun
The delivery van is standing in front of the house.
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