16 More Funny German Nouns
Last week we took a look at some German nouns that can be quite hilarious when you look at the literal meaning. Here are 16 more funny German nouns to add to your arsenal.
1. der Fernseher
literal: “the far-seer”
meaning: the TV
2. der Staubsauger
literal: “the dust-sucker”
meaning: the vacuum cleaner
3. der Kofferraum
literal: “the suitcase-space/room”
meaning: the trunk
4. das Fahrrad
literal: “the driving-wheel”
meaning: the bicycle
5. der Wasserhahn
literal: “the water-rooster”
meaning: the faucet
6. das Spiegelei
literal: “the driving-wheel”
meaning: the bicycle
7. der Feierabend
literal: “the celebration-evening”
meaning: the end of the working day
8. der Handschuh
literal: “the hand-show”
meaning: the glove
9. die Glühbirne
literal: “the glow-pear”
meaning: the light bulb
10. das Feuerzeug
literal: “the fire-stuff”
meaning: the lighter
11. das Trinkgeld
literal: “the drink money”
meaning: the tip
12. das Krankenhaus
literal: “the sick house”
meaning: the hospital
13. der Kühlschrank
literal: “the cool(ing) cupboard”
meaning: the fridge
14. das Grundstück
literal: “the ground piece”
meaning: the property
15. der Scheinwerfer
literal: “the light/glow thrower”
meaning: the spotlight/headlights
16. das Streichholz
literal: “the strike wood”
meaning: the match
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