die Taschenlampe, -n
flashlight
The German word "Taschenlampe" is a compound noun made up of:
- Tasche (bag or pocket)
- Lampe (lamp)
It means "flashlight" or "torch", referring to a portable, handheld light source.
Similar words:
- Laterne (lantern) — generally larger, often not handheld
- Handlampe (hand lamp) — a more general term, sometimes interchangeable
Difference:
A Taschenlampe is specifically designed to be pocket-sized and portable, whereas a Laterne is usually stationary or carried and provides ambient light. Handlampe is a broader term that includes Taschenlampe but can also refer to other handheld lamps.
Make “Taschenlampe” part of your vocabulary.
Build your German vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.
Examples
Im Dunkeln leuchteten unsere Taschenlampen sehr hell.noun
In the dark our flashlights shone very brightly.
Wir haben die Taschenlampe auf dem Tisch gefunden.noun
We found the flashlight on the table.
Keep exploring German
Learn words from the content you love.
Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).
Scan for iPhone & iPad