die Mütze, -n
cap
Ein Kleidungsstück, das man auf den Kopf setzt, um ihn warm zu halten oder zu schützen.
The German word "Mütze" is a noun that means "cap" or "hat". It refers specifically to a type of headgear typically made of fabric, such as wool or cotton, and usually has a softer and less structured form compared to a hat (Hut).
Similar words in German include:
- Hut: (hat) Generally refers to more structured, often brimmed headwear.
- Kappe: (cap) Can also mean a cap but might be used for different styles such as a baseball cap or a peaked cap.
Differences:
- Mütze vs. Hut: "Mütze" is usually softer, often without a brim, whereas "Hut" is structured and typically has a brim.
- Mütze vs. Kappe: "Mütze" typically refers to knitted or soft fabric headgear, often used in colder weather. "Kappe" can refer to various styles of caps like sports caps, which have some structure and are used in different contexts.
This makes "Mütze" more specific to soft, often winter or utilitarian headgear.
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Examples
Sie trägt eine rote Mütze.noun
She is wearing a red cap.
Die Mütze ist in diesem Winter besonders beliebt.noun
The cap is especially popular this winter.
Die Mütze liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The cap is on the table.
Meine Mütze liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
My cap is on the table.
Eine Mütze hat schöne Farben.noun
A cap has beautiful colors.
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