korb

This is the 3479th most frequent German word.

More German resources.


korb

Basket.


Here, 'Korb' is used to denote a physical basket utilized for carrying items.

Ich trage den Korb mit Obst zum Markt.

I carry the basket of fruit to the market.


In this context, 'Korb' refers figuratively to a rejection or refusal.

Er hat ihr einen Korb gegeben, als sie ihn zum Tanz eingeladen hat.

He turned her down when she invited him to the dance.


This example demonstrates the word 'Korb' again as a physical basket, emphasizing its location in a setting.

Der Hund sprang über den Korb, der im Garten lag.

The dog jumped over the basket that was lying in the garden.