Hängeregal

wall-mounted shelf

noun HEN-ge-re-gaal Rare

Also means

floating shelf

Usage Note

Hängeregal is fixed directly to the wall without floor-standing legs, creating a clean floating look. Popular in minimalist interiors for books, plants, or decorative objects.

Examples

"Das neue Hängeregal im Wohnzimmer bietet Platz für Bücher und Zimmerpflanzen."

Natural Translation

The new floating shelf in the living room provides space for books and houseplants.

Literal Translation

The new hanging-shelf in the living-room offers space for books and room-plants.

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