der Schuppen
Translation
shed, shack, scales, dandruff
Examples
Die Gartengeräte sind im Schuppen.
The garden tools are in the shed.
Der Fisch hat glänzende Schuppen.
The fish has shiny scales.
Er hat ein Shampoo gegen Schuppen.
He has a shampoo for dandruff.
Grammar Patterns
((der Schuppen)) shed, shack The tools are in the shed.
((die Schuppen)) scales, dandruff The salmon has large scales.
Similar Words
Synonyms (shed): Hütte, Bude; Synonyms (dandruff): Kopfschuppen
Etymology
The meaning 'shed' derives from Middle High German 'schupfe' (porch). The meaning 'scale' is linked to the verb 'schaben' (to scrape).
Memory Tips
Be aware of the two main meanings: 'shed' (der Schuppen) and 'scales/dandruff' (die Schuppen, plural of die Schuppe). The context will tell you which is meant. Think of 'shutting' the door of the 'Schuppen'.