Translation of German word "Backofen" to English
derBackofen
Meaning
NounA chamber used for baking or heating.
How to use
Backofen ('oven') is masculine: der Backofen (plural: die Backöfen, with umlaut). Den Backofen vorheizen — To preheat the oven.
🇬🇧 English
Oven
Example
Der Kuchen ist im Backofen.
The cake is in the oven.
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Common phrases
- den Backofen vorheizen— to preheat the oven
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What is the definition of the German word "der Backofen"?▼
The German word "der Backofen" is defined as: "A chamber used for baking or heating."
What does the German word "der Backofen" mean?▼
The German word "der Backofen" means "Oven" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Kuchen ist im Backofen." (which translates as "Example sentence for Backofen.").
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