Translation of German word "Schnäppchen" to English
dasSchnäppchen
Meaning
NounAn item bought or offered for sale at a notably low or favorable price; a good deal.
How to use
Schnäppchen ('bargain / deal') is a neuter noun: das Schnäppchen (plural: die Schnäppchen). Ein Schnäppchen machen — To grab a bargain. Schnäppchenjäger — Bargain hunter.
🇬🇧 English
bargain
Example
Im Schlussverkauf habe ich ein echtes Schnäppchen gemacht.
I found a real bargain in the final sale.
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- ein Schnäppchen machen— to grab a bargain / score a deal
- Schnäppchenjäger— bargain hunter
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What is the definition of the German word "das Schnäppchen"?▼
The German word "das Schnäppchen" is defined as: "An item bought or offered for sale at a notably low or favorable price; a good deal."
What does the German word "das Schnäppchen" mean?▼
The German word "das Schnäppchen" means "bargain" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Im Schlussverkauf habe ich ein echtes Schnäppchen gemacht." (which translates as "I found a real bargain in the final sale.").
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