der Kleintransporter
Translation
van, light commercial vehicle, small truck
Examples
Der Handwerker fährt einen Kleintransporter.
The craftsman drives a van.
Wir mieten einen Kleintransporter für den Umzug.
We are renting a van for the move.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to drive/rent ((sth.)) The craftsman drives a van.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Lieferwagen (delivery van), der Kastenwagen (panel van)
Etymology
Composed of 'klein' (small) and 'Transporter' (transporter). Literally means 'small transporter'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'klein' (small) version of a big 'Transporter' truck, which is exactly what a van is.