die Matte
Translation
mat, rug, doormat
Examples
Die Yogamatten liegen in der Ecke.
The yoga mats are in the corner.
Wisch deine Füße auf der Matte ab.
Wipe your feet on the mat.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((on sth.)) to lie/be on sth. The mat is lying on the floor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Teppich (carpet), Läufer (runner rug), Vorleger (rug)
Etymology
From Late Latin 'matta'. It is a cognate of the English word 'mat'.
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to the English word 'mat'. Picture a welcome mat at a door.