das Kuvert
Translation
envelope, cover charge, place setting
Examples
Ich brauche ein Kuvert für diesen Brief.
I need an envelope for this letter.
Das Kuvert in diesem Restaurant kostet fünf Euro.
The cover charge in this restaurant is five euros.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to have/need sth. I need an envelope for this letter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Briefumschlag (envelope), Gedeck (place setting/cover charge)
Etymology
From French `couvert` ('covered'), past participle of `couvrir` ('to cover').
Memory Tips
Think of 'covering' a letter with an envelope, or the 'cover' charge at a restaurant.