Wickeltasche
/ˈvɪkl̩ˌtaʃə/feminine
The English phrase "diaper bag" is Wickeltasche in German.
A Wickeltasche is a bag used to store items and supplies needed to care for a baby.
Meaning: A bag used for the storage of items and supplies needed to take care of a baby (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of wickeln, meaning to diaper or change and Tasche, meaning bag.
Which one should you use?
While Wickeltasche is the general term for a diaper bag, you might use the more specific term Wickelrucksack if the bag is specifically a diaper backpack.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is feminine and is used with the definite article die (die Wickeltasche). The plural form is Wickeltaschen.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈvɪkl̩ˌtaʃə/
Did you know?
- While English uses the word 'diaper', the German word for the object inside the Wickeltasche is Windel, which shares an ancient root with the English word 'wind'.
- In Germany, you will often find public Wickeltische (changing tables) even in traditional pubs and restaurants, making the Wickeltasche a constant companion in adult social spaces.
- While English speakers often use the word 'bag', calling a Wickeltasche a Sack would sound quite strange, as Sack implies a coarse, large sack used for potatoes.
Examples in context
- Ich habe die Wickeltasche gepackt, bevor wir das Haus verlassen haben.I packed the diaper bag before leaving the house.
- In meiner Windeltasche habe ich auch Feuchttücher und Creme für den Po.In my diaper bag, I also have wet wipes and diaper cream.
- Ich nehme immer meine Windeltasche mit, wenn wir einen Ausflug machen.I always take my diaper bag with me when we go on an outing.
- Die Wickeltasche ist sehr schwer.The diaper bag is very heavy.
- Wo ist meine Wickeltasche?Where is my diaper bag?
- Ich muss die Wickeltasche packen.I have to pack the diaper bag.
Example conversation
Laura and Felix are preparing to leave the house with their baby.
- LauraHast du die Wickeltasche schon gefunden?Have you found the diaper bag already?
- FelixJa, sie steht im Flur.Yes, it is in the hallway.
- LauraGut, dann können wir los.Good, then we can go.
- FelixWarte, ich nehme die Wickeltasche.Wait, I'll take the diaper bag.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “diaper bag” translations and entries Wickeltasche, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
