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How do you say "scarf" in German?
der Schal
In German, "scarf" is der Schal.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'shahl', rhyming with the English word 'shawl'.
Grammar notes
der Schal is masculine. Plural: der Schals.
Example sentence
Sie wickelte sich einen Schal um den Hals.
She wrapped a scarf around her neck.
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How to remember der Schal
It's a close cousin of the English word 'shawl', another piece of cloth you wrap around your neck or shoulders.
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- sandal die Sandale
- boot der Stiefel
- slipper der Hausschuh
- sneaker der Turnschuh
- jewelry der Schmuck
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Questions about der Schal
How do you say "scarf" in German?
In German, "scarf" is der Schal. It is a noun.
Is der Schal masculine, feminine, or neuter?
der Schal is masculine. Plural: der Schals.
How is der Schal used in a sentence?
Use der Schal as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Sie wickelte sich einen Schal um den Hals. (She wrapped a scarf around her neck.).
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