die Fensterbank
Translation
windowsill, window ledge
Examples
Die Katze schläft auf der Fensterbank.
The cat is sleeping on the windowsill.
Stell bitte die Blumen auf die Fensterbank.
Please put the flowers on the windowsill.
Grammar Patterns
to be on ((the windowsill)) The flowers are on the windowsill.
to put sth. on ((the windowsill)) Put the cup on the windowsill.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fenstersims (window ledge)
Etymology
Composed of 'Fenster' (window) and 'Bank' (bench, ledge). Literally a 'window bench'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a small 'Bank' (bench) under the 'Fenster' (window) where you can place plants or sit.