Usage Note
Teekanne is a pot with a spout, lid, and handle used to brew and serve tea. Materials include ceramic, glass, and cast iron (Gusseisen); a built-in strainer basket (Siebeinsatz) holds loose tea leaves during steeping.
Examples
"Die gusseiserne Teekanne hält den Tee lange warm."
Natural Translation
The cast-iron teapot keeps the tea warm for a long time.
Literal Translation
The cast-iron teapot keeps the tea warm for long.
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