Schultasche
The German word for "school bag" is Schultasche.
Schultasche is a common and general term for a school bag used by students to carry books and supplies.
What does it mean word for word?
This is a compound noun made from Schule (school) and Tasche (bag).
Which one should you use?
While Schultasche is the general term, you may encounter more specific words: Schulranzen specifically refers to a school bag that children usually carry on their backs and Schulrucksack refers to a school backpack, which is a more modern version of the traditional school bag. Additionally, the word Rucksack can be used informally to describe a school bag.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Schultasche is Schultaschen. As a feminine noun, it follows standard declension, meaning the form remains Schultasche in the nominative, accusative and dative singular cases.
Did you know?
- In some German regions, the first school bag is paired with a Schultüte, a large cone filled with sweets and toys to make the first day less scary.
- The word Ranzen in Schulranzen has an old-fashioned connotation, originally referring to a leather bag or a military knapsack.
- The word Tasche in Schultasche is the same word used for 'pocket' in a pair of trousers.
Examples in context
- Ich habe den Schulranzen gekauft.I bought the school bag.
- Die Schultasche ist sehr schwer.The school bag is very heavy.
- Wo ist meine Schultasche?Where is my school bag?
- Er hat eine neue Schultasche gekauft.He bought a new school bag.
Example conversation
Julia and Maximilian are getting ready for school.
- JuliaHast du deine Schultasche schon gefunden?Have you found your school bag already?
- MaximilianNein, ich kann sie nicht sehen.No, I cannot see it.
- JuliaSchau mal, deine Schultasche steht im Flur.Look, your school bag is in the hallway.
- MaximilianStimmt, danke dir, Julia!That's right, thank you, Julia!
