Translation of German word "Gürtel" to English
derGürtel
Meaning
NounA band worn around the waist to hold clothing to one's body (usually pants), hold weapons (such as a gun or sword), or serve as a decorative piece of clothing.
How to use
Gürtel ('belt / girdle') is a masculine noun: der Gürtel (plural: die Gürtel). Plural matches the singular. Ledergürtel — Leather belt. Den Gürtel enger schnallen — To tighten one's belt (idiom).
🇬🇧 English
belt
Example
Die Hose rutscht, ich sollte lieber einen Gürtel tragen.
The pants are slipping, I better wear a belt.
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Common phrases
- den Gürtel enger schnallen— to tighten one's belt / economize
- Sicherheitsgurt / Sicherheitsgürtel— seat belt
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What is the definition of the German word "der Gürtel"?▼
The German word "der Gürtel" is defined as: "A band worn around the waist to hold clothing to one's body (usually pants), hold weapons (such as a gun or sword), or serve as a decorative piece of clothing."
What does the German word "der Gürtel" mean?▼
The German word "der Gürtel" means "belt" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Gürtel"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Gürtel"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Hose rutscht, ich sollte lieber einen Gürtel tragen." (which translates as "The pants are slipping, I better wear a belt.").
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