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Fensterbrett
German → American English
American English
windowsill
Der horizontale Vorsprung direkt unter einem Fenster; windowsill.
Die Blumen stehen auf dem Fensterbrett.Use Fensterbrett for the horizontal ledge inside or outside a window; in everyday speech, Fensterbank is also very common and often the more natural word.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Fensterbrett mean in English?
Fensterbrett means windowsill or window ledge.
Is Fensterbrett the same as Fensterbank?
Yes, both can refer to a windowsill, but Fensterbank is often more common in everyday German.
How do you use Fensterbrett in a sentence?
Example: Die Katze sitzt auf dem Fensterbrett. = The cat is sitting on the windowsill.