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frame
A supporting frame structure on which something is attached or that holds something in shape, for example with glasses, a bed, or a chair.
Das Gestell meiner neuen Brille ist aus sehr leichtem Titan.
The frame of my new glasses is made of very light titanium.
'Gestell' (frame/rack) comes from the verb 'stellen' (to put, to place). It refers to a structure that you set up or on which you place something. The prefix 'Ge-' often points to an object made up of several parts.
Kannst du mir helfen, das neue Regal aufzustellen?
Can you help me set up the new shelf?
'Gestell' (frame/rack) is a very productive base word for many everyday objects. If you know the word, you can easily understand compounds like 'Brillengestell' (glasses frame), 'Bettgestell' (bed frame), 'Fahrradgestell' (bicycle frame), or 'Wäschegestell' (drying rack).
Das Bettgestell aus Metall quietscht ein wenig.
The metal bed frame squeaks a little.
A 'Gestell' (frame/rack) can be either the supporting frame of an object (e.g., on a chair) or an independent device for setting things down (e.g., a pot stand).
Das Gestell dieses Sessels ist aus massivem Eichenholz.
The frame of this armchair is made of solid oak.
frame
'der Rahmen' and 'das Gestell' can both refer to something that supports or holds part of an object. 'Rahmen' usually means an edging or frame, for example around a picture, a window, or a door. It surrounds something and gives it support or a nice shape. 'Gestell' more often means a structure on which something stands, lies, or is attached, for example with a bed, glasses, or a drying rack. The words can be confused because a 'Gestell' is often built like a frame. As a simple guide: a 'Rahmen' surrounds something; a 'Gestell' carries or supports something.
Das Gestell der alten Brille ist verbogen.
The frame of the old glasses is bent.
Meine Schwester hat das Foto in einen schwarzen Rahmen gelegt.
My sister put the photo in a black frame.