Spiegelschrank

mirrored cabinet

noun SHPEE-gel-shrank Rare

Also means

bathroom mirror cabinet

Usage Note

Spiegelschrank is a wall-mounted bathroom cabinet whose door is a mirror, combining storage for toiletries with a vanity mirror. Models with integrated lighting (Beleuchtung) are popular for make-up application and shaving.

Examples

"Der Spiegelschrank im Badezimmer bietet Stauraum für Medikamente und Pflegeprodukte."

Natural Translation

The mirrored cabinet in the bathroom provides storage space for medicines and care products.

Literal Translation

The mirror cabinet in the bathroom offers storage space for medicines and care products.

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