Also means
nightstand light
Usage Note
Nachttischlampe is a lamp placed on the bedside table (Nachttisch) for reading in bed or providing dim light at night. Touch-operated models are common; dimmable versions are dimmbare Nachttischlampen.
Examples
"Er liest jeden Abend bei der Nachttischlampe, bis er einschläft."
Natural Translation
He reads by the bedside lamp every evening until he falls asleep.
Literal Translation
He reads every evening by the bedside-lamp, until he falls-asleep.
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