sack

This is the 10858th most frequent German word.


sack

Bag or sack.


The word 'Sack' here is used to describe a large bag used for carrying or storing items, representing its literal meaning.

Der Sack ist voll mit Äpfeln.

The sack is full of apples.


The phrase 'den Sack bekommen' is an idiomatic expression in German, meaning to get fired or dismissed.

Er hat in seinem Job den Sack bekommen.

He got fired from his job.


Here, 'Sack' is referenced to differentiate it from another type of bag, focusing on its general noun usage.

Der Lehrer erklärte den Unterschied zwischen einem Rucksack und einem Sack.

The teacher explained the difference between a backpack and a sack.