English–German

“collar” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkʁaːgn̩/

Example

Der Kragen ist zu eng.

The collar is too tight.

Illustration for Kragen (collar)

How to say “collar” in German

“Collar” in German is Kragen.

A fabric edge that frames the neck and upper chest of a shirt or coat.

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

Example sentences with Kragen

Sie knöpfte den Kragen zu, bevor sie nach draußen ging.

She buttoned up her collar before going outside.

Tips for using Kragen

  • Kragen is masculine, with der Kragen and the unchanged plural die Kragen.

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