Das Versandetikett
Example: Das Versandetikett muss gut lesbar auf dem Paket kleben.
Definition
"Das Versandetikett" is a shipping label used in logistics that contains important information such as sender and recipient addresses, tracking numbers, and handling instructions. It must be clearly readable and affixed to a package to ensure proper delivery and handling during transit.
Etymology
The word "das Versandetikett" is a compound German noun formed from "Versand," meaning shipment or dispatch, and "Etikett," meaning label or tag. "Versand" comes from the verb "versenden," meaning to send out, while "Etikett" originates from the French "étiquette," which means a label or ticket. Did you know? The French term itself comes from the Old French word for a small piece of paper attached to goods, showing its long-standing role in trade and shipping.
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"Das Versandetikett" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Logistics - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 107 commonly used words.
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the shipping label