Usage Note
Briefkasten is the letterbox at a property's entrance or in the communal hallway. In multi-unit buildings, each flat has its own Briefkasten with a nameplate. Den Briefkasten leeren = to collect the post.
Examples
"Der Briefkasten war voll mit Werbepost."
Natural Translation
The letterbox was full of advertising mail.
Literal Translation
The letterbox was full with advertising-post.
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