noun
die Kappe, -n
cap
Ein Kleidungsstück für den Kopf, das meist aus Stoff besteht und oft einen kurzen Schirm vorne hat.
The German word "Kappe" is a noun that means "cap" or "cover". It refers to a small protective or decorative head covering, such as the cap of a bottle, a hat, or a protective cap on machinery.
- Derived from no smaller, separate words — it's a simple noun.
- It can describe things like a pen cap, a bottle cap ("Flaschenkappe"), or a hat.
Similar words:
- Deckel — lid or cover, usually for containers.
- Hut — hat (more general and often bigger than "Kappe").
- Mütze — beanie or cap (soft headwear).
Differences:
- Kappe is often smaller, fitting as a cover or close-fitting cap.
- Deckel is mainly used for lids that cover containers rather than wearables.
- Hut generally refers to larger or formal hats, while Mütze refers to warm, often knitted caps.
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Examples
Friedrich trägt gerne seine rote Kappe.noun
Friedrich likes to wear his red cap.
Wo sind meine neuen Kappen?noun
Where are my new caps?
Die Kappe liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The cap is lying on the table.
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