Dictionary
Hefter
German → American English
American English
stapler
Ein Gerät zum Zusammenheften von Papier mit Klammern.
Kann ich mir deinen Hefter kurz ausleihen?Use Hefter for the office tool that staples paper together; in everyday speech, Tacker is also very common, especially for the handheld stapler.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Hefter” mean in English?
“Hefter” means “stapler.”
Is “Hefter” the same as “Tacker”?
Often yes in everyday German, but “Tacker” is especially common for a stapler or staple gun, depending on context.
What article does “Hefter” take?
It is masculine: der Hefter.
How do I say “paper stapler” in German?
You can say “der Hefter” or more specifically “der Bürohefter” if you want to emphasize the office context.