Gewürzregal

spice rack

noun ge-VUERTS-re-gal Rare

Also means

herb shelf

Usage Note

Gewürzregal is a small rack or shelf in the kitchen used to organise spice jars. Plural Gewürzregale. Can be freestanding, wall-mounted, or magnetic. An extremely common kitchen accessory in German homes.

Examples

"Das Gewürzregal über dem Herd ist praktisch."

Natural Translation

The spice rack above the stove is practical.

Literal Translation

The spice-rack above the stove is practical.

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