nounnoun
der Schal, -s
scarf
Ein langes Stück Stoff, das man um den Hals trägt, um sich warm zu halten.
The German word "Schal" is a noun meaning "scarf" or "shawl".
- It refers to a piece of cloth worn around the neck or shoulders for warmth or fashion.
Similar words:
- Tuch (cloth, also used for scarves)
- Halstuch (neck scarf/bandana)
- Stola (stole, more formal or decorative)
Difference:
- Schal typically refers to a larger piece of fabric than a Halstuch, which is often smaller and tied differently.
- Stola is more formal or ceremonial, while Schal is everyday wear.
- Tuch is a general word for cloth, not necessarily worn as a scarf.
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Examples
Sie trägt heute einen bunten Schal.noun
She is wearing a colorful scarf today.
Brauchst du im Winter viele Schals?noun
Do you need many scarves in winter?
Wo liegt mein grüner Schal?noun
Where is my green scarf?
Der Schal hängt an der Tür.noun
The scarf is hanging on the door.
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