Abstellfläche

storage area, utility space

noun AHP-shtel-flae-khe Rare

Also means

surface area for storing items

Usage Note

Abstellfläche refers to any dedicated flat space used for storage, whether a shelf, alcove, or corner. Often used in apartment listings to describe additional storage beyond the main rooms.

Examples

"Die Wohnung hat eine kleine Abstellfläche hinter der Küche."

Natural Translation

The apartment has a small storage area behind the kitchen.

Literal Translation

The apartment has a small storage-area behind the kitchen.

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