Noun
das Gestell
Pronunciation: /ɡəˈʃtɛl/
frame, chassis
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plural Gestelle
Meanings
Noun
- frame, chassis
- rack, stand
- trestle
Example sentence
Die Lampe steht auf einem einfachen Gestell aus Holz.
The lamp stands on a simple wooden frame.
Word forms
singular
das Gestell
plural
die Gestelle
The four cases
Singular
Nominativedas Gestell
Accusativedas Gestell
Dativedem Gestell
Genitivedes Gestells
Plural
Nominativedie Gestelle
Accusativedie Gestelle
Dativeden Gestellen
Genitiveder Gestelle
Usage
- das Gestell eines Stuhls — The frame of a chair.
- Gestell / Polster — The supporting frame versus the upholstery.
Das Gestell der alten Bank war noch völlig intakt.
The old bench's frame was still completely intact.