die Arbeitsplatte
Translation
countertop, worktop, work surface
Examples
Die neue Küche hat eine Arbeitsplatte aus Granit.
The new kitchen has a granite countertop.
Stell die Tasse bitte auf die Arbeitsplatte.
Please put the cup on the countertop.
Grammar Patterns
to put/place ((sth.)) on the countertop Please put the cup on the countertop.
Similar Words
die Theke (counter), die Anrichte (sideboard)
Etymology
Composed of 'Arbeit' (work) and 'Platte' (plate, slab). It literally means 'work slab'.
Memory Tips
Visualize it as the flat 'plate' ('Platte') on which you perform kitchen 'work' ('Arbeit').