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Wandleuchte

wall lamp

noun VANT-loykh-te Rare

Also means

wall light

Usage Note

Wandleuchte is fixed directly to a wall and provides indirect or accent lighting in hallways, bedrooms, or living rooms. A common alternative to a Deckenleuchte in rooms with low ceilings.

Examples

"Die Wandleuchten im Flur spenden ein warmes, gedimmtes Licht."

Natural Translation

The wall lamps in the hallway provide warm, dimmed light.

Literal Translation

The wall-lights in the hallway provide a warm, dimmed light.

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