das Klappmesser
Translation
pocketknife, folding knife, jackknife
Examples
Er trägt immer ein Klappmesser bei sich.
He always carries a pocketknife with him.
Öffne das Klappmesser vorsichtig.
Open the pocketknife carefully.
Grammar Patterns
to use a pocketknife Er benutzt sein Klappmesser.
to cut sth. with a pocketknife Er schneidet den Apfel mit einem Klappmesser.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Taschenmesser, Federmesser
Etymology
Composed of 'klappen' (to fold) and 'Messer' (knife). Literally a 'folding knife'.
Memory Tips
The word 'klapp' sounds like 'clap'. Imagine the clapping sound a folding knife makes when it shuts.