English–German

“haircut” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃnɪt/

Example

Dein neuer Schnitt steht dir gut.

Your new haircut looks good on you.

Illustration for Schnitt (haircut)

How to say “haircut” in German

“Haircut” in German is Schnitt.

A cut leaves a line or shaped result, such as the form of hair, a section through material, or an injury.

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

Example sentences with Schnitt

Der modische Schnitt unterstreicht ihren Stil.

The fashionable haircut accentuates her style.

Tips for using Schnitt

  • Schnitt is masculine, and its plural is Schnitte; Haarschnitt or Frisur makes the hair meaning explicit when context is unclear.

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