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Holzbrett

wooden board

noun HOLTS-bret Rare

Also means

chopping board

Usage Note

Holzbrett in a kitchen context usually refers to a wooden cutting or chopping board. More specifically called Schneidebrett when used for cutting; the same word also describes any plank of wood in a general sense.

Examples

"Das Holzbrett ist besonders schonend für die Klingen guter Messer."

Natural Translation

The wooden board is particularly gentle on the blades of good knives.

Literal Translation

The wooden board is especially gentle on the blades of good knives.

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