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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will learn how to name and purchase clothes in German. Shopping for clothes is an essential skill, whether you are traveling to a German-speaking country or simply want to expand your vocabulary. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently navigate a clothing store, describe different types of clothing, and make purchases in German. Let's get started!

Clothing Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Before we dive into the shopping experience, let's start by learning some basic clothing vocabulary. Here are some common clothing items in German:

Tops and Shirts[edit | edit source]

German Pronunciation English
das T-Shirt das tee-shert T-shirt
das Hemd das hemt shirt
die Bluse dee bloo-zuh blouse
das Pullover das pool-over sweater
das Sweatshirt das sveit-shert sweatshirt
die Jacke dee yah-kuh jacket
der Mantel der mahn-tel coat
das Kleid das klyt dress
das Tanktop das tank-top tank top

Bottoms[edit | edit source]

German Pronunciation English
die Hose dee hoh-zuh pants
die Jeans dee jeans jeans
der Rock der rok skirt
die Shorts dee shorts shorts
die Leggings dee leggings leggings
die Unterhose dee oon-ter-hoh-zuh underwear

Footwear[edit | edit source]

German Pronunciation English
der Schuh der shoo shoe
die Sandale dee zahn-dah-leh sandal
der Stiefel der shteef-el boot
der Sneaker der sneaker sneaker
der Flip-Flop der flip-flop flip-flop

Accessories[edit | edit source]

German Pronunciation English
die Mütze dee moo-tseh hat
der Schal der shal scarf
die Handschuhe dee hant-shoo-uh gloves
die Sonnenbrille dee zoh-nen-bril-leh sunglasses
die Krawatte dee krah-vah-teh tie
das Armband das arm-bahnt bracelet

Colors[edit | edit source]

In addition to clothing items, it's important to know the names of different colors. Here are some common colors in German:

  • schwarz (black)
  • weiß (white)
  • rot (red)
  • blau (blue)
  • grün (green)
  • gelb (yellow)
  • orange (orange)
  • lila (purple)
  • rosa (pink)
  • braun (brown)
  • grau (gray)

Shopping for Clothes[edit | edit source]

Now that we have a good foundation of clothing vocabulary, let's move on to the actual shopping experience. Here are some useful phrases and expressions to help you navigate a clothing store and make purchases in German:

Phrases and Expressions[edit | edit source]

  • Wie viel kostet das? (How much does it cost?)
  • Haben Sie das in meiner Größe? (Do you have this in my size?)
  • Wo sind die Umkleidekabinen? (Where are the fitting rooms?)
  • Ich möchte das anprobieren. (I would like to try this on.)
  • Wo finde ich die Kasse? (Where can I find the cash register?)
  • Ich nehme das. (I'll take it.)
  • Kann ich mit Kreditkarte bezahlen? (Can I pay with a credit card?)
  • Gibt es hier einen Rabatt? (Is there a discount here?)

Dialogue Example[edit | edit source]

Here's an example dialogue between a customer and a salesperson in a clothing store:

Customer: Guten Tag! Ich suche nach einem neuen Hemd. Salesperson: Guten Tag! Sicher, ich helfe Ihnen gerne. Welche Farbe möchten Sie? Customer: Ich hätte gerne ein blaues Hemd. Salesperson: Welche Größe tragen Sie? Customer: Ich trage Größe M. Salesperson: Hier ist ein blaues Hemd in Größe M. Möchten Sie es anprobieren? Customer: Ja, bitte. Wo sind die Umkleidekabinen? Salesperson: Die Umkleidekabinen befinden sich dort hinten. Customer: Danke! Ich nehme das Hemd. Wie viel kostet es? Salesperson: Das Hemd kostet 30 Euro. Customer: Kann ich mit Kreditkarte bezahlen? Salesperson: Ja, wir akzeptieren Kreditkarten. Customer: Perfekt! Hier ist meine Karte. Salesperson: Vielen Dank!

Cultural Tips[edit | edit source]

  • In Germany, it is customary to greet the salesperson with a friendly "Guten Tag" (Good day) when entering a store. It's also polite to say "Auf Wiedersehen" (Goodbye) when leaving.
  • German clothing sizes are often labeled with letters (e.g., S, M, L) instead of numbers. Make sure to know your size in German before going shopping.
  • In some stores, especially smaller boutiques, you may need to ask the salesperson to unlock the fitting room for you.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your knowledge of German clothing vocabulary and shopping phrases.

Exercise 1[edit | edit source]

Match the German clothing items with their English translations:

1. das T-Shirt 2. die Hose 3. der Schuh 4. die Bluse 5. der Mantel

a. pants b. coat c. shirt d. shoe e. T-shirt

Answer: 1-e, 2-a, 3-d, 4-c, 5-b

Exercise 2[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct German clothing vocabulary:

1. Ich brauche eine neue ______________ für die Party. 2. Kannst du mir bitte die ______________ zeigen? 3. Welche ______________ magst du am liebsten? 4. Meine Lieblingsfarbe ist ______________. 5. Die ______________ sind bequem und stylish.

Answers: 1-Bluse, 2-Bluse, 3-Farbe, 4-rot, 5-Schuhe

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson "Shopping for Clothes" in our "Complete 0 to A1 German Course". You have learned essential clothing vocabulary, useful phrases for shopping, and cultural tips for the German shopping experience. With this knowledge, you will be able to confidently navigate a clothing store and make purchases in German. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary to further improve your German language skills. Viel Spaß beim Einkaufen! (Enjoy shopping!)

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