German word

Anzug

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈantsuːk/

Meaning

  • masculine nounsuit

Example

Er trägt heute einen Anzug und eine Krawatte.

Today, he is wearing a suit and a tie.

Illustration for Anzug (suit)

More examples

Der maßgeschneiderte Anzug sitzt perfekt.

The tailored suit fits perfectly.

Core concept

One coordinated jacket-and-trousers outfit bridging the office and a formal occasion.

Common phrases

  • maßgeschneiderter Anzug

    tailored suit

  • einen Anzug kaufen

    buy a suit

  • zum Anzug passende Schuhe

    shoes to match the suit

Similar words

Sakko: A standalone jacket suitable for casual or formal outfits.
Smoking: Formal evening wear, usually dark, traditionally worn with a bow tie.
Kostüm: A smart women's outfit combining a jacket with a skirt or trousers.

Definition in German

Kleidungsstück aus Jacke und passender Hose, das zu formellen oder geschäftlichen Anlässen getragen wird.

Word origin

The noun Anzug developed from German anziehen, with the earlier sense of putting on clothing extending to the clothing worn.

Usage tips

  • German Anzug usually means a matching suit rather than any outfit, while English suit has several wider meanings, including a legal case.

Opposites

  • Freizeitlookcasual looknoun
  • Alltagskleidungeveryday clothingnoun

Related words

  • Damenanzugwomen's suitnoun
  • Anzugjackesuit jacketnoun

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