Decke
/ˈdɛkə/feminine
The English word blanket is translated into German as Decke. Wiktionary also lists Wolldecke and Bettdecke.
Meaning: fabric (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Decke | /ˈdɛkə/ | feminine |
| Wolldecke | /ˈvɔlˌdɛkə/ | feminine |
| Bettdecke | /ˈbɛtˌdɛkə/ | feminine |
Decke is a common term for blanket in German suitable for formal and informal situations. Kuscheldecke translates to snuggle blanket and describes a cozy, soft blanket.
What does it mean word for word?
The word Wolldecke is a compound noun consisting of Wolle (wool) and Decke (blanket).
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Decke is a feminine noun, so the indefinite article for a blanket is eine (eine Decke). The plural of Decke is Decken.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈdɛkə/
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Examples in context
- Hier ist eine Decke.Here's a blanket.This sentence is useful for pointing out where a blanket is.Tatoeba #10701603 by mks, translation #10465197 by CK
- Ich möchte eine Decke.I want a blanket.This sentence is useful for expressing a desire for a blanket.Tatoeba #8443134 by bzvbzy, translation #3622973 by Hybrid
- Diese Decke wärmt gut.This blanket is warm.This sentence is useful for describing the warming quality of a blanket.Tatoeba #9049365 by Yorwba, translation #9116270 by sundown
- Könnten Sie mir bitte eine Decke bringen?Could you please bring me a blanket?
- Kannst du mir bitte die Bettdecke geben?Can you please give me the blanket?
- Wenn es dir kalt ist, kannst du dir eine Decke nehmen.If you feel cold, you can take a blanket.
- Ich habe eine neue Kuscheldecke gekauft.I bought a new snuggle blanket.
- Kannst du mir bitte eine Decke geben?Can you please give me a blanket?
- 66 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Sarah and Felix are sitting on the sofa in the living room.
- SarahMir ist kalt, Felix.I am cold, Felix.
- FelixSoll ich dir eine Decke bringen?Should I bring you a blanket?
- SarahJa, bitte, das wäre sehr nett.Yes, please, that would be very nice.
- FelixHier ist die Decke für dich.Here is the blanket for you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “blanket” translations and entries Decke, Wolldecke, Bettdecke, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Bettdecke, Decke, Wolldecke, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
