Unterschrank

base cabinet

noun UN-ter-shrank Rare

Also means

under-counter cupboard

Usage Note

Unterschrank is the floor-level kitchen cabinet below the work surface. It typically houses pots, cleaning supplies, or pull-out drawers. Plural Unterschränke; the counterpart to Hängeschrank.

Examples

"Die Pfannen liegen im Unterschrank neben dem Herd."

Natural Translation

The pans are in the base cabinet next to the stove.

Literal Translation

The pans lie in the under-cabinet next to the stove.

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