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Abstellecke

storage corner, small storage nook

noun AB-shtel-ek-ke Rare

Usage Note

Abstellecke is an informal term for a small corner or alcove used to store items such as bicycles or cleaning equipment; less formal than Abstellraum (a proper storage room) and often not officially designated on floor plans.

Examples

"Das Fahrrad steht in der Abstellecke im Flur."

Natural Translation

The bicycle is in the storage corner in the hallway.

Literal Translation

The bicycle stands in the storage-corner in-the hallway.

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