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How do you say "crate" in German?
die Kiste
In German, "crate" is die Kiste.
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Pronunciation
KISS-tuh. Rhymes with 'list-a'. The 'i' is short and the stress is on the first syllable.
Grammar notes
Die Kiste is feminine. The plural is die Kisten.
Example sentence
Die Kiste enthält alte Schätze.
The crate contains old treasures.
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How to remember die Kiste
Kiste sounds like 'kissed you' said quickly. Imagine kissing the side of a wooden crate on the beach.
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Questions about die Kiste
How do you say "crate" in German?
In German, "crate" is die Kiste. It is a noun.
Is die Kiste masculine or feminine?
Die Kiste is feminine. The plural is die Kisten.
How is die Kiste used in a sentence?
Use die Kiste as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Die Kiste enthält alte Schätze. (The crate contains old treasures.).
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