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“button” in German

German

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Pronunciation

IPA/knɔpf/

Example

Ich habe den Knopf an meinem Mantel angenäht.

I sewed the button onto my coat.

Illustration for Knopf (button)

How to say “button” in German

“Button” in German is Knopf.

One rounded piece serves as a fastening point on a garment or as a physical control on equipment.

Full entry for Knopf: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Knopf

Er schloss das Hemd mit einem Knopf.

He fastened the shirt with a button.

Tips for using Knopf

  • For clothing, German commonly uses Knopf with annähen and zuknöpfen, while a device control may also be called a Taste.

Other German words for “button”

feminine nounbutton

Die Tasten der Fernbedienung sind klein.

The buttons on the remote control are small.

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