Der Teppichboden
Example: Der Teppichboden im Wohnzimmer ist sehr weich und bequem.
Definition
"Der Teppichboden" refers to a type of floor covering made from carpet material that is installed wall-to-wall in a room, providing a soft, cushioned surface. It is commonly used in living rooms and other indoor spaces for comfort and insulation.
Etymology
The word "der Teppichboden" comes from the German words "Teppich," meaning carpet, and "Boden," meaning floor. Together, they describe a carpeted floor. Did you know that "Teppich" itself originates from the Persian word "taftah," which traveled through Turkish into German?
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"Der Teppichboden" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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