Der Parkplatz
Example: Der Parkplatz neben dem Supermarkt ist immer voll.
Definition
"Der Parkplatz" refers to a designated area where vehicles can be parked temporarily. It is typically an open or marked space near buildings or public places, such as the parking lot next to a supermarket, used by drivers to leave their cars safely while attending to other activities.
Etymology
The word "der Parkplatz" comes from the German words "Park," meaning a place to stop or rest, and "Platz," meaning place or space. Together, they form a compound noun that literally means 'parking place.' Did you know that the concept and word became common as cars became widespread in the early 20th century?
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"Der Parkplatz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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