der Koffer
Translation
suitcase, trunk, case
Examples
Ich packe meinen Koffer für die Reise.
I'm packing my suitcase for the trip.
Der Koffer ist sehr schwer.
The suitcase is very heavy.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) packen to pack (sth.) I am packing my suitcase.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gepäckstück (piece of luggage); Antonyms: Rucksack (backpack)
Etymology
From French 'coffre' (chest, box), which comes from Latin 'cophinus' (basket).
Memory Tips
Imagine packing coffee ('Kaffee') in your 'Koffer' to remember the sound.