English–German

“headscarf” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkɔp͡ftuːx/

Example

Sie trug ein buntes Kopftuch.

She was wearing a colorful headscarf.

Illustration for Kopftuch (headscarf)

How to say “headscarf” in German

“Headscarf” in German is Kopftuch.

A cloth arranged over or around the head, ranging from a practical cover to a fashion or religious garment.

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

Example sentences with Kopftuch

Viele Frauen tragen ein Kopftuch.

Many women wear a headscarf.

Tips for using Kopftuch

  • Kopftuch is neuter: das Kopftuch; its plural is die Kopftücher, with an umlaut in the final vowel.

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