In this lesson, we will guide you through the process of selecting clothes in German. You'll learn the names of essential men's clothing items and how to discuss them. This tutorial will make your shopping experience in German-speaking countries easier and more enjoyable.
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Mütze
Cap
Hemd
Shirt
Jeans
Jeans
Regenschirm
Umbrella
Stiefel
Boots
Krawatte
Tie
Uhr
Watch
Fliege
Bow tie
Shorts
Shorts
Flip Flops
Flip-flops
T Shirt
T-shirt
Anzug
Suit
Schal
Scarf
Socken
Socks
Geldbörse
Wallet
Handschuhe
Gloves
Unterhose
Underpants
Jacke
Jacket
Sonnenbrille
Sunglasses
Schuhe
Shoes
Gürtel
Belt
Weste
Waistcoat
Pullover
Pullover
Brille
Glasses
Handtasche
Handbag
Bademantel
Bathrobe
Blazer
Blazer
Bomberjacke
Bomber jacket
Daunenjacke
Down Jacket
Hut
Hat
Hawaiihemd
Hawaiian shirt
Overall
Jumpsuit
Langarmshirt
Long-sleeve top
Schlafanzug
Pajamas
Hose
Pant
Polohemd
Polo shirt
Poncho
Poncho
Regenmantel
Raincoat
Laufshorts
Running shorts
Unterhemd
Singlet
Skijacke
Ski-jacket
Ärmelloses Shirt
Sleeveless-shirt
Sportmantel
Sport coat
Stirnband
Sweatband
Trainingshose
Sweatpants
Sweatshirt
Sweatshirt
Tennishorts
Tennis shorts
Trenchcoat
Trench-coat
Smoking
Tuxedo
Windbreaker
Windbreakers
Men's Clothing in German
- Mütze Cap
- Hemd Shirt
- Jeans Jeans
- Regenschirm Umbrella
- Stiefel Boots
- Krawatte Tie
- Uhr Watch
- Fliege Bow tie
- Shorts Shorts
- Flip-Flops Flip flops
- T-Shirt T shirt
- Anzug Suit
- Schal Scarf
- Socken Socks
- Geldbörse Wallet
- Handschuhe Gloves
- Unterhose Underpants
- Jacke Jacket
- Sonnenbrille Sunglasses
- Schuhe Shoes
- Gürtel Belt
- Weste Waistcoat
- Pullover Pullover
- Brille Glasses
- Handtasche Handbag
- Bademantel Bathrobe
- Blazer Blazer
- Bomberjacke Bomber jacket
- Daunenjacke Down Jacket
- Hut Hat
- Hawaiihemd Hawaiian shirt
- Overall Jumpsuit
- Langarmshirt Long sleeve top
- Schlafanzug Pajamas
- Hose Pant
- Polohemd Polo shirt
- Poncho Poncho
- Regenmantel Raincoat
- Laufshorts Running shorts
- Unterhemd Singlet
- Skijacke Ski jacket
- Ärmelloses Shirt Sleeveless shirt
- Sportmantel Sport coat
- Stirnband Sweatband
- Trainingshose Sweatpants
- Sweatshirt Sweatshirt
- Tennishorts Tennis shorts
- Trenchcoat Trench coat
- Smoking Tuxedo
- Windbreaker Windbreakers
Men Clothes Vocabulary in German
Here is an extended list of common men's clothing items in German with their English translations, without the plural forms:
- das Hemd Shirt
- das T-Shirt T-Shirt
- der Pullover Sweater
- die Jacke Jacket
- der Mantel Coat
- der Anzug Suit
- die Krawatte Tie
- die Hose Pants
- die Jeans Jeans
- die Shorts Shorts
- der Gürtel Belt
- der Hut Hat
- die Mütze Cap
- die Socke Socks
- der Schuh Shoes
- der Stiefel Boots
- der Schal Scarf
- der Handschuh Gloves
- die Unterwäsche Underwear
- die Boxershorts Boxer shorts
- das Unterhemd Undershirt
- die Badehose Swim trunks
- der Schlafanzug Pajamas
- der Trainingsanzug Tracksuit
- der Kapuzenpullover Hoodie
- die Weste Vest
- der Regenmantel Raincoat
- die Sandale Sandals
- der Turnschuh Sneakers
- der Flip-Flop Flip-flops
- der Bademantel Bathrobe
- das Oberhemd Dress shirt
- die Strickjacke Cardigan
- das Gilet Waistcoat
- der Trenchcoat Trench coat
- das Poloshirt Polo shirt
- der Blazer Blazer
- die Fleecejacke Fleece jacket
- die Windjacke Windbreaker
- der Übermantel Overcoat
- die Trainingsjacke Tracksuit top
- die Jogginghose Sweatpants
- das Henleyshirt Henley shirt
- die Cargo-Hose Cargo pants
- die Chino-Hose Chinos
- die Jeansjacke Denim jacket
- der Parka Parka
- der Dufflecoat Peacoat
- die Manschettenknöpfe Cufflinks
- die Strickmütze Beanie
- der Fedora Fedora
- die Badehose Trunks
- das Tanktop Tank top
- die lange Unterhose Long johns
- das Thermohemd Thermal shirt
- die Khakis Khakis
- die Bomberjacke Bomber jacket
- das ärmellose Hemd Sleeveless shirt
- der Mokassin Moccasins
- der Anzugschuh Dress shoes
- der Slipper Loafers
- der Brogue-Schuh Brogues
- der Wanderschuh Walking shoes
- die Kniestrümpfe Dress socks
- die Mütze Beanie
- die Windhose Wind pants
- die Daunenjacke Down jacket
- der Smoking Tuxedo
- die Fliege Bow tie
- die Steppweste Puffer vest
- die Thermounterwäsche Thermal underwear
- der Arbeitsschuh Work boots
- der Flip-Flop Flip-flops
- die Lederjacke Leather jacket
- die Baseballkappe Baseball cap
- der Gummistiefel Rain boots
Essential German Vocabulary for Men Clothes
When learning German, it's useful to know the vocabulary for common clothing items. This guide will help you get familiar with the names of various men's garments in German, making shopping and everyday conversations easier.
Key Men's Clothing Items
Here is a list of important men's clothing items in German, along with their plural forms:
| English | German (Singular) | German (Plural) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirt | das Hemd | die Hemden |
| Sleeve | der Ärmel | die Ärmel |
| Collar | der Kragen | die Kragen |
| die Tasche | die Taschen | |
| Button | der Knopf | die Knöpfe |
| T-Shirt | das T-Shirt | die T-Shirts |
| Suit | der Anzug | die Anzüge |
| Tie | die Krawatte / der Schlips | die Krawatten / die Schlipse |
| Knot | der Knoten | die Knoten |
| Pants/Trousers | die Hose | die Hosen |
| Jeans | die Jeans | die Jeans |
| Shorts | die Shorts | die Shorts |
| Belt | der Gürtel | die Gürtel |
| Buckle | die Schnalle | die Schnallen |
| Hat | der Hut | die Hüte |
| Underwear | die Unterwäsche | - |
| Underpants | die Unterhose | die Unterhosen |
| Boxers | die Boxershorts | die Boxershorts |
| Sock | die Socke | die Socken |
| Shoe | der Schuh | die Schuhe |
| Shoelace | der Schnürsenkel | die Schnürsenkel |
| Sole | die Sohle | die Sohlen |
| Boot | der Stiefel | die Stiefel |
| Tennis Shoe | der Tennisschuh | die Tennisschuhe |
| Sandal | die Sandale | die Sandalen |
| Flip-Flop | der Flip-Flop | die Flip-Flops |
| Vest | die Weste | die Westen |
| Cap | die Mütze | die Mützen |
| Zipper | der Reißverschluss | die Reißverschlüsse |
| Tuxedo | der Smoking | die Smokings |
| Bow Tie | die Fliege | die Fliegen |
Describing Clothes in German
When talking about clothes, it’s helpful to know some descriptive terms:
| English | German |
|---|---|
| Plaid | kariert |
| Polka-dotted | gepunktet |
| Striped | gestreift |
| Flowered | geblümt |
| Patterned | gemustert |
Useful Verbs and Phrases
Here are some verbs that you can use with clothing items, along with example phrases:
| English | German | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| To like | gefallen | Gefällt dir dieses Hemd? (Do you like this shirt?) |
| To fit | passen | Größe 48 passt ihr bestimmt. (Size 48 fits her well.) |
| To look (good/bad) | stehen | Die Farbe steht mir nicht. (The color doesn't look good on me.) |
Men's Outdoor Clothing in German
When exploring the outdoors, it's important to know the right clothing vocabulary, especially if you're traveling in a German-speaking country. This guide will help you learn the names of essential outdoor clothing items for men in German.
Essential Outdoor Clothing Items
Here is a list of common outdoor clothing items in German, along with their English translations:
| English | German (Singular) | German (Plural) |
|---|---|---|
| Jacket | die Jacke | die Jacken |
| Coat | der Mantel | die Mäntel |
| Raincoat | der Regenmantel | die Regenmäntel |
| Sweater | der Pullover | die Pullover |
| Vest | die Weste | die Westen |
| Hat | der Hut | die Hüte |
| Cap | die Mütze | die Mützen |
| Scarf | der Schal | die Schals |
| Gloves | die Handschuhe | die Handschuhe |
| Boots | die Stiefel | die Stiefel |
| Hiking Boots | die Wanderschuhe | die Wanderschuhe |
| Socks | die Socken | die Socken |
| Pants | die Hose | die Hosen |
| Shorts | die Shorts | die Shorts |
| Belt | der Gürtel | die Gürtel |
Describing Outdoor Clothing in German
When talking about outdoor clothing, it’s useful to know some descriptive terms:
| English | German |
|---|---|
| Waterproof | wasserdicht |
| Windproof | winddicht |
| Insulated | isoliert |
| Breathable | atmungsaktiv |
| Lightweight | leicht |
| Durable | langlebig |
Useful Phrases for Outdoor Clothing
Here are some useful phrases that can help you describe or ask about outdoor clothing in German:
| English Phrase | German Phrase |
|---|---|
| Do you have waterproof jackets? | Haben Sie wasserdichte Jacken? |
| I need a warm coat for winter. | Ich brauche einen warmen Mantel für den Winter. |
| These hiking boots are comfortable. | Diese Wanderschuhe sind bequem. |
| Are these gloves windproof? | Sind diese Handschuhe winddicht? |
Home Clothes for Men in German
When learning German, knowing the vocabulary for common clothing items is very useful. This guide will help you learn the names of essential home clothes for men in German, making it easier to talk about comfortable, everyday wear.
Essential Home Clothing Items
Here is a list of common home clothing items for men in German, along with their English translations:
| English | German (Singular) | German (Plural) |
|---|---|---|
| T-shirt | das T-Shirt | die T-Shirts |
| Sweatshirt | das Sweatshirt | die Sweatshirts |
| Hoodie | der Kapuzenpullover | die Kapuzenpullover |
| Pajamas | der Schlafanzug | die Schlafanzüge |
| Bathrobe | der Bademantel | die Bademäntel |
| Slippers | der Hausschuh | die Hausschuhe |
| Jogging pants | die Jogginghose | die Jogginghosen |
| Sweatpants | die Trainingshose | die Trainingshosen |
| Shorts | die Shorts | die Shorts |
| Socks | die Socke | die Socken |
| Tank top | das Unterhemd | die Unterhemden |
Describing Home Clothing in German
When talking about home clothing, it’s useful to know some descriptive terms:
| English | German |
|---|---|
| Comfortable | bequem |
| Loose | locker |
| Warm | warm |
| Soft | weich |
| Casual | lässig |
| Light | leicht |
Useful Phrases for Home Clothing
Here are some useful phrases that can help you describe or ask about home clothing in German:
| English Phrase | German Phrase |
|---|---|
| Do you have comfortable sweatpants? | Haben Sie bequeme Jogginghosen? |
| I need a warm bathrobe for winter. | Ich brauche einen warmen Bademantel für den Winter. |
| These slippers are very soft. | Diese Hausschuhe sind sehr weich. |
| Are these pajamas available in large size? | Gibt es diese Schlafanzüge in großer Größe? |
Winter Clothes for Men in German
Learning the German names for winter clothing is essential, especially if you plan to visit a German-speaking country during the colder months. This guide will introduce you to the vocabulary for men's winter clothing in German, helping you stay warm and stylish.
Key Winter Clothing Items
Here is a list of essential winter clothing items for men in German, along with their English translations:
| English | German (Singular) | German (Plural) |
|---|---|---|
| Winter coat | der Wintermantel | die Wintermäntel |
| Jacket | die Jacke | die Jacken |
| Sweater | der Pullover | die Pullover |
| Scarf | der Schal | die Schals |
| Gloves | der Handschuh | die Handschuhe |
| Hat | die Mütze | die Mützen |
| Beanie | die Strickmütze | die Strickmützen |
| Boots | der Stiefel | die Stiefel |
| Thermal underwear | die Thermounterwäsche | - |
| Socks | die Socke | die Socken |
Describing Winter Clothing in German
Here are some adjectives to describe winter clothing in German:
| English | German |
|---|---|
| Warm | warm |
| Thick | dick |
| Cozy | gemütlich |
| Waterproof | wasserdicht |
| Insulated | isoliert |
| Windproof | winddicht |
Useful Phrases for Winter Clothing
Here are some useful phrases for discussing winter clothing in German:
| English Phrase | German Phrase |
|---|---|
| I need a warm winter coat. | Ich brauche einen warmen Wintermantel. |
| Do you have waterproof boots? | Haben Sie wasserdichte Stiefel? |
| This scarf is very cozy. | Dieser Schal ist sehr gemütlich. |
| Are these gloves insulated? | Sind diese Handschuhe isoliert? |
| I am looking for a thick sweater. | Ich suche einen dicken Pullover. |
