der Verbandskasten, ¨-
first aid kit
Eine Kiste oder Tasche mit Dingen, die man für erste Hilfe bei Unfällen braucht, zum Beispiel Pflaster, Verbände und Schere.
The German word "Verbandskasten" is a compound noun made up of:
- Verband: meaning "bandage" or "dressing"
- Kasten: meaning "box" or "case"
So, Verbandskasten literally means "bandage box" or "first aid kit." It refers to a box or kit containing medical supplies for emergencies.
Similar words:
- Erste-Hilfe-Set (first aid set)
- Sanitätskasten (medical kit)
Difference:
Verbandskasten specifically emphasizes containing bandages and basic medical first aid supplies, often legally required in vehicles or workplaces. Erste-Hilfe-Set is broader and may include more varied supplies. Sanitätskasten can be used more generally for medical or paramedic kits.
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Examples
Im Auto gibt es einen Verbandskasten.noun
In the car there is a first aid kit.
Alte Verbandskästen müssen regelmäßig überprüft werden.noun
Old first aid kits must be checked regularly.
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