No. 2,447 in German
rucksack
A backpack or a bag carried on the back.
In a sentence
Ich habe meinen Rucksack gepackt und bin bereit für die Wanderung.
I packed my backpack and am ready for the hike.
In this sentence, 'Rucksack' is used to refer to a physical item, specifically a backpack used for carrying items during a hike.
Mein neuer Rucksack hat viele Fächer und ist sehr praktisch.
My new backpack has many compartments and is very practical.
Here, 'Rucksack' is used to describe the subject of the sentence, highlighting its features and functionality.
Der Rucksack ist ein treuer Begleiter auf meinen Reisen.
The backpack is a faithful companion on my travels.
In this case, 'Rucksack' is used metaphorically to convey the importance and reliability of the item in the context of travel.
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