der Friseur, -e
hairdresser
Eine Person, die Haare schneidet, wäscht und stylt.
The German word "Friseur" is a noun that means "hairdresser" or "barber". It comes from the French word "friseur", which is related to styling or curling hair (from friser – to curl). Unlike compound German words, "Friseur" is a borrowed term and doesn’t break down into smaller German word parts.
Similar words:
- Hairstylist (Hairstylist) – more English-influenced, often used in salons focusing on fashion styles
- Barbier – typically refers to a barber, usually for men's haircuts and grooming
- Coiffeur – less common, also borrowed from French, similar meaning
Difference:
"Friseur" is the general term for someone cutting and styling hair. "Barbier" often specializes in men's grooming, "Hairstylist" may imply a broader fashion or cosmetic role, and "Coiffeur" is more formal or old-fashioned.
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Examples
Der Friseur schneidet die Haare sehr geschickt.noun
The hairdresser cuts the hair very skillfully.
Ein guter Friseur ist manchmal schwer zu finden.noun
A good hairdresser is sometimes hard to find.
Ein Friseur kümmert sich um die Frisuren seiner Kunden.noun
A hairdresser takes care of the hairstyles of his customers.
Mein Friseur hat heute geschlossen.noun
My hairdresser is closed today.
Hast du morgen einen Termin beim Friseur?noun
Do you have an appointment at the hairdresser tomorrow?
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