die Postkarte
Translation
postcard
Examples
Ich schreibe eine Postkarte aus dem Urlaub.
I'm writing a postcard from my holiday.
Hast du meine Postkarte bekommen?
Did you get my postcard?
Grammar Patterns
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to write/send (sb.) (sth.) I'm sending my grandma a postcard.
Similar Words
Ansichtskarte (picture postcard)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Post' (mail, post) and 'Karte' (card). Literally a 'mail card'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Post' is like the 'post' office, and 'Karte' is a 'card'. A card you send via post is a 'Postkarte'.