Clothes in German
Let’s learn some words for clothes in German – these are useful to know in all kinds of situations. After this free audio lesson you’ll be able to describe what someone is wearing, or what you’re looking for when shopping for clothes in a German-speaking country.
Perhaps you’re heading outdoors and a local is recommending what to wear. Either way, let’s get these German words under your belt! Practice speaking aloud as you listen to the audio, and follow the English translation. And here’s a tip to help you remember: as you get dressed each morning, practice saying the German words for the clothes you put on!
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Pronouncing clothes in German
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Ein Mantel
A coat
Ein Schal
A scarf
Eine Mütze
A hat
Eine Jacke
A jacket
Eine Regenjacke
A raincoat
Ein Regenschirm
An umbrella
Ein Paar Handschuhe
A pair of gloves
Ein Paar dicke Socken
A pair of thick socks
Sandalen
Sandals
Ein Pullover
A sweater
Warme Kleidung
Warm clothing
Leichte Kleidung
Light clothing
Ein Badeanzug
A swimsuit
Badehosen
Swim trunks
Ein Bikini
A bikini
If you are lucky to have some good weather you might also need…
Die Sonnenbrille
The sunglasses
Die Sonnencreme
The sunscreen
Ein Sonnenhut
A sun hat
If the weather is no good, you may want to say that you are boiling hot, freezing cold, wet or miserable. Here are some useful sentences…
Mir ist kalt.
I'm cold.
Ich friere.
I'm freezing.
Mir ist heiß.
I'm hot.
Ich schwitze.
I'm sweating.
Meine Füße sind kalt.
My feet are cold.
Meine Finger sind gefroren.
My fingers are frozen.
Ich bin durchnäßt.
I'm soaking wet.
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Here are a few recommended German lessons to try next!
- Talking about your feelings in German is a great way to connect with the German people.
- Know the gender in German.
- This lesson is all about the German accusative.
Bis zum nächsten Mal!
Paul Weber: Rocket German