Translation of German word "Tisch" to English
derTisch
/tɪʃ/
Meaning
NounFurniture with a top surface to accommodate a variety of uses. An item of furniture with a flat top surface raised above the ground, usually on one or more legs.
How to use
The masculine noun Tisch ('table / desk') declines regularly (plural Tische). In the dative plural, it takes -n (an den Tischen). The expression zu Tisch means 'to lunch/dinner' (Wir gehen zu Tisch).
🇬🇧 English
table
Example
Der Tisch ist ein wichtiger Teil unseres Essens.
The table is an important part of our meal.
Ich esse am Tisch.
I eat at the table.
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Common phrases
- am Tisch sitzen— to sit at the table (dative location)
- Tisch decken— to set the table (for a meal)
- Schreibtisch— desk (related compound)
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What is the definition of the German word "der Tisch"?▼
The German word "der Tisch" is defined as: "Furniture with a top surface to accommodate a variety of uses. An item of furniture with a flat top surface raised above the ground, usually on one or more legs."
What does the German word "der Tisch" mean?▼
The German word "der Tisch" means "table" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Tisch"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Tisch"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Tisch ist ein wichtiger Teil unseres Essens." (which translates as "The table is an important part of our meal.").
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