card
The German word 'Karte' is used to refer to a card, which can be a playing card, a business card, a credit card, or any other type of card. It is a feminine noun, and its plural form is 'Karten'. For example, 'Ich habe eine Spielkarte' means 'I have a playing card'.
I bought a map of Berlin.
In this sentence, 'Karte' is used to refer to a 'map'. The German verb 'gekauft' translates to 'bought' in English. This phrase could be used in a context where someone is discussing plans for a trip to Berlin.
He put the card in the mailbox.
Here, 'Karte' is used to mean 'card', in the context of a postal card. The phrase is useful when talking about sending or receiving mail. 'Postfach' refers to 'mailbox'. The verb 'gelegt' translates to 'put' or 'placed'.
Can I pay with card?
In this example, 'Karte' is referring to a debit or credit 'card'. The phrase could be particularly useful in a shopping or dining context where one needs to inquire about methods of payment.