English–German

“fur” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛl/

Example

Er verkauft Felle auf dem Markt.

He sells fur at the market.

Illustration for Fell (fur)

How to say “fur” in German

“Fur” in German is Fell.

The hairy skin of an animal viewed as one whole covering, which can also become a material after removal.

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

Example sentences with Fell

Bei Hitze sollte man manchen Hunden das Fell scheren.

In hot weather, some dogs should have their fur sheared.

Tips for using Fell

  • German distinguishes Fell from Pelz: Fell can mean the animal's hairy skin, while Pelz commonly refers to fur as a material or garment.

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