der Ordner
Translation
folder, binder, file
Examples
Ich lege das Dokument in den Ordner.
I am putting the document in the folder.
Er hat einen neuen Ordner erstellt.
He has created a new folder.
Grammar Patterns
to put ((sth.)) in a folder I'm putting the invoices in the folder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mappe, Hefter
Etymology
From the verb 'ordnen' (to order, arrange) + the suffix '-er' (denoting a tool or agent). Literally, a tool for ordering.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'order'. An 'Ordner' is what you use to put your documents in 'order'.