Kaminholz

firewood

noun kah-MEEN-holts Rare

Also means

logs for the fireplace

Usage Note

Kaminholz specifically refers to wood cut and split for burning in a fireplace or wood stove (Kaminofen). Also called Brennholz; standard lengths are about 25–33 cm and the wood is sold by the Raummeter (cubic metre).

Examples

"Er schichtete das Kaminholz ordentlich neben dem Kamin auf."

Natural Translation

He stacked the firewood neatly next to the fireplace.

Literal Translation

He stacked the firewood neatly beside the fireplace.

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