Der Kühlschrank
Example: Der Kühlschrank steht in der Küche neben dem Herd.
Definition
"Der Kühlschrank" is a household appliance used for keeping food and drinks cold to preserve their freshness. It typically consists of an insulated compartment with a cooling mechanism and is commonly found in kitchens.
Etymology
The word "der Kühlschrank" comes from the German words 'kühl,' meaning 'cool,' and 'Schrank,' meaning 'cabinet' or 'cupboard.' Did you know? It literally translates to 'cool cabinet,' perfectly describing its function as a refrigerated storage unit.
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"Der Kühlschrank" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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