Brotkasten

bread bin

noun BROHT-kas-ten Rare

Also means

breadbox

Usage Note

Brotkasten is a lidded container or box used to store bread and keep it fresh longer. Plural Brotkästen. An everyday item in German kitchens where fresh bread is a staple. Also called Brotdose or Brotbox.

Examples

"Das Brot bleibt im Brotkasten länger frisch."

Natural Translation

The bread stays fresh longer in the bread bin.

Literal Translation

The bread stays longer fresh in the bread-box.

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