der Kasten
Translation
box, case, crate, TV set
Examples
Der Kasten ist aus Holz.
The box is made of wood.
Stell die Flaschen in den Kasten.
Put the bottles in the crate.
Was läuft heute im Kasten?
What's on TV today?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) in einen Kasten legen/stellen to put (sth.) in a box Put the books in the box.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schachtel (smaller box), Kiste (crate, chest), Behälter (container).
Etymology
From Old High German 'kasto', meaning a container. It shares a root with the English word 'chest'.
Memory Tips
Think of a castle's 'keep' or 'chest' for storing valuables. 'Kasten' sounds similar and serves a similar purpose.