Also means
ottoman bed base
Usage Note
Bettkasten is a solid bed base with a large storage compartment beneath the mattress, accessed by lifting the slatted frame on a gas-spring mechanism. Popular in smaller bedrooms for storing spare bedding and seasonal items.
Examples
"Im Bettkasten lagern Decken und Kissen für die Gästebetten."
Natural Translation
Blankets and pillows for the guest beds are stored in the bed base.
Literal Translation
In the bed base blankets and pillows for the guest beds are stored.
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