Also means
deck of cards
Usage Note
Kartenspiel means both the activity of playing cards and the physical pack itself. Popular German Kartenspiele include Skat, Schafkopf, and Doppelkopf. Context distinguishes the two senses: ein Kartenspiel spielen (play a card game) vs. ein Kartenspiel kaufen (buy a deck).
Examples
"Jeden Freitagabend treffen sie sich für ein Kartenspiel bei der Nachbarin."
Natural Translation
Every Friday evening they meet at the neighbour's for a card game.
Literal Translation
Every Friday-evening meet they themselves for a card-game at the neighbour's.
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