fob in German

fob in German is Funkschlüssel, Uhrkette, Schlüsselanhänger — fob means a small handheld device used to unlock a car or open a secured door remotely, or a decorative attachment on a keychain or watch chain.

fob in German

Funkschlüssel

noun

Uhrkette

noun

A short chain or ribbon to connect such a pocket to the watch.

Schlüsselanhänger

noun

(see usage notes) A small ornament attached to such a chain.

What does "fob" mean?

noun A small handheld device used to unlock a car or open a secured door remotely, or a decorative attachment on a keychain or watch chain.
"She pressed the fob to unlock her car from across the parking lot."
noun A small pocket for holding a watch or valuables, especially in old-fashioned trousers or waistcoats.
"The antique waistcoat had a fob for a pocket watch."
verb To cheat or trick someone, often in the phrase "fob off."
"He tried to fob off the customer with a cheap replacement."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

fob in a sentence

She pressed the fob to unlock her car from across the parking lot.
His grandfather still carried a pocket watch with a silver fob.
The antique waistcoat had a fob for a pocket watch.
He tried to fob off the customer with a cheap replacement.

Similar words in German

fox

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "fob" in German?

"fob" in German is Funkschlüssel, Uhrkette, Schlüsselanhänger. fob means: A small handheld device used to unlock a car or open a secured door remotely, or a decorative attachment on a keychain or watch chain.

How do you use "fob" in a sentence?

Example: "She pressed the fob to unlock her car from across the parking lot." In German, "fob" is Funkschlüssel, Uhrkette, Schlüsselanhänger.

Are there other ways to say "fob" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "fob": Funkschlüssel, Uhrkette, Schlüsselanhänger.

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