Example: Der Schatzkasten enthält alle wichtigen Finanzdokumente sicher verwahrt.
Definition
"Der Schatzkasten" refers to a secure container or box where valuable financial documents or treasures are stored safely. It is often used metaphorically to describe a place where important financial assets or resources are kept protected.
The word "der Schatzkasten" comes from the German words "Schatz," meaning treasure, and "Kasten," meaning box or chest. Together, they form a compound noun that literally means 'treasure box.' This combination highlights its function as a secure place for valuables. Did you know that the concept of a 'Schatzkasten' has been used historically to describe strongboxes used by medieval treasurers?
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"Der Schatzkasten" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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