German Conversation · Level 45
73 words
German word
locker
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈlɔkɐ/
Meaning
- adjectiveloose
Example
Die Schraube ist locker.
The screw is loose.
More examples
Die Hose sitzt locker.
The trousers fit loosely.
Core concept
A knot, fit, or manner with room to move and little tension.
Common phrases
lockere Kleidung
loose clothing
ein lockeres Gespräch
a casual conversation
lockere Schraube
a loose screw
Similar words
los: Attached too loosely to stay firmly in place.
weit: Having extra room instead of fitting closely around the body.
eng: Tight-fitting and restrictive, with little space for movement.
Definition in German
Nicht eng oder straff; im übertragenen Sinn entspannt oder ungezwungen
Word origin
Locker is an inherited Germanic adjective related to the verb lockern, 'to loosen', with its physical sense extending to low tension and an informal manner.
Usage tips
- German locker is an adjective, not the English noun 'locker'; a storage locker is usually a Schließfach or Spind.