noun
rucksack
RUHK-sak
Rucksack (noun) means a bag with straps, carried on the back. Example: “He packed his rucksack for the weekend hike.”
noun
1
A bag with straps, carried on the back.
"He packed his rucksack for the weekend hike."
How to use rucksack
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAnother word for a backpack.
UK vs US
More common in British English; American English usually prefers "backpack."
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Word forms
- Plural
- rucksacks
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Etymology
Borrowed from German Rucksack, literally "back sack."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “rucksack” mean?
The word “rucksack” means a bag with straps, carried on the back. In plain terms, another word for a backpack.
How do you pronounce “rucksack”?
“Rucksack” is pronounced RUHK-sak (/ˈɹʌkˌsæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “rucksack” in a sentence?
Here is “rucksack” used in a sentence: “He packed his rucksack for the weekend hike.”
What part of speech is “rucksack”?
“Rucksack” is a noun.
Where does the word “rucksack” come from?
The word “rucksack” comes from German. Borrowed from German Rucksack, literally "back sack.".
