Bündel
/ˈbʏndəl/neuter
The English word bundle is translated into German as Bündel.
Bündel refers to a group of objects held together by wrapping or tying. You can also use the related verb bündeln, which means to tie or wrap together.
Meaning: group of objects held together by wrapping or tying (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Switzerland, Bündeli might be used instead of Bündelchen when referring to a small bundle.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Bündel is identical to the singular form. In the genitive case, Bündel takes the ending -s, appearing as eines Bündels.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbʏndəl/
Did you know?
- The root of Bündel is related to the word 'bunt', which in modern German means 'colorful' or 'multicolored'.
- The German word Bund is used both for a physical 'bundle' and for a political 'alliance' or 'federation'. This is why the official name of Germany is Bundesrepublik Deutschland.
- The English word 'bond' is a distant relative of Bündel and Bund, as both stem from an ancient root meaning to tie or bind.
Examples in context
- Es ist ein Bündel von Widersprüchen.It's a bundle of contradictions.This sentence is useful for describing a metaphorical bundle of contradictions using Bündel.Tatoeba #2091876 by Tamy, translation #42065 by AlanF_US
- Sie kaufte ein Bündel Brennholz, etwas Vollkornbrot, Mehl von minderer Qualität und Milch.She bought a bundle of firewood, some wholemeal bread, some flour low in quality, and some milk.This sentence shows Bündel used in the context of firewood.Tatoeba #4210223 by Esperantostern, translation #10932569 by sundown
- Er nahm sein Bündel und zog davon.He took his bundle and walked away.This sentence shows a person taking their Bündel and walking away.
- Können Sie mir bitte dieses Bündel aushändigen?Can you please hand me this bundle?
- Kannst du mir bitte das Bündelchen mit den Blumen geben?Can you please give me the little bundle with the flowers?
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Hannah and Felix are preparing for a camping trip.
- HannahHast du das Bündel Schilf gefunden?Did you find the bundle of reeds?
- FelixJa, es liegt bei deinen Sachen.Yes, it is lying by your things.
- HannahDanke, Felix. Das ist sehr hilfreich.Thanks, Felix. That is very helpful.
- FelixGerne. Ich helfe dir beim Tragen.You're welcome. I will help you carry it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bundle” translations and entries Bündel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Bündel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR, Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
