Brotdose

lunchbox

noun BROHT-doh-ze Rare

Also means

sandwich box

Usage Note

Brotdose is a portable container used to carry sandwiches or packed lunch, commonly used by schoolchildren (Schulkind) and workers. Plural Brotdosen. It is distinct from Brotkasten (bread bin kept at home).

Examples

"Die Kinder nehmen ihre Brotdose in die Schule mit."

Natural Translation

The children take their lunchbox to school.

Literal Translation

The children take their bread-tin to school.

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