die Verpackung
packaging
The material or container used to wrap, protect, and transport goods.
EXAMPLE
Achte darauf, die Verpackung des neuen Fernsehers nicht zu beschädigen.
Be careful not to damage the packaging of the new television.
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Meanings
die Verpackung
packaging
The process or action of packing something.
EXAMPLE
Die Verpackung der zerbrechlichen Gläser erfordert besondere Sorgfalt.
The packaging of the fragile glasses requires special care.
Usage tips
Word structure
The noun 'die Verpackung' (packaging) is derived from the verb 'verpacken' (to package/pack). The ending '-ung' is often used to form a feminine noun from a verb, describing either the process or the result of the action.
EXAMPLE
Das Verpacken der Geschenke hat lange gedauert.
Wrapping the gifts took a long time.
Context clue
Whether the material (countable) or the process (uncountable) is meant can be recognized from the context. If people talk about 'Verpackungen' (packages/packaging items) in the plural or 'eine Verpackung' (a package), the material is meant. If the word refers to an activity, the process is meant.
EXAMPLE
Bitte wirf die leere Verpackung in den Müll.
Please throw the empty packaging in the trash.
Typical collocations
When referring to the material, typical collocations are 'eine Verpackung öffnen' (to open packaging), 'in der Originalverpackung sein' (to be in the original packaging), or adjectives such as 'umweltfreundlich' (environmentally friendly), 'nachhaltig' (sustainable), or 'recycelbar' (recyclable).
EXAMPLE
Das Gerät muss in der Originalverpackung zurückgeschickt werden.
The device must be sent back in its original packaging.
Compare with
Verpackung vs Hülle
cover / shell
Hülle and Verpackung can both refer to something that surrounds and protects another object. A Hülle is generally an outer covering or casing. Verpackung, on the other hand, is material or a container in which goods are wrapped, especially for sale, handover, or transport.
Verpackung
Eine feste Verpackung schützt die Kamera beim Versand.
Sturdy packaging protects the camera during shipping.
Hülle
Eine feste Hülle schützt die Kamera beim täglichen Gebrauch.
A sturdy case protects the camera during everyday use.
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