das Häkchen
Translation
check mark, tick, little hook
Examples
Bitte setzen Sie hier ein Häkchen.
Please put a check mark here.
Das Häkchen an der Kette ist winzig.
The little hook on the chain is tiny.
Grammar Patterns
ein Häkchen ((in sth.acc)) setzen to put a check mark in sth. Please put a check mark in the box.
ein Häkchen ((hinter sth.acc)) machen to make a tick behind sth. Make a tick behind every name.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Markierung (mark), Kreuzchen (little cross)
Etymology
From 'Haken' (hook) plus the diminutive suffix '-chen', literally meaning 'little hook'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a check mark (✓) as a small, sharp hook used to 'catch' or confirm an item on a list.