Tischdecke

tablecloth

noun TISH-dek-e Rare

Usage Note

Tischdecke is a cloth covering placed over a table for protection and decoration. Plural Tischdecken. German households commonly use both everyday Tischdecken and special ones for festive occasions. Compare Tischset (single placemat).

Examples

"Zum Geburtstag legten sie eine festliche Tischdecke auf."

Natural Translation

For the birthday they put on a festive tablecloth.

Literal Translation

For the birthday they laid a festive tablecloth on.

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