Windeln
The German word for diapers is Windeln.
Windeln is the term used for diapers. In informal situations, some speakers might use the brand name Pampers to refer to diapers in general. If you want to express the action of changing a baby's diaper, the standard phrase is Windeln wechseln.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is Windel, while Windeln is the plural form used for diapers.
Did you know?
- In German, the phrase in die Windeln machen is sometimes used as a metaphorical way to describe someone acting like a baby or behaving in an immature way.
- The word Windel is derived from the German verb winden, which means 'to wind' or 'to wrap'. This refers to the historical practice of wrapping a baby in strips of linen cloth.
- In a medical context, Germans use the term Inkontinenzmaterial instead of Windeln when referring to adult diapers to maintain a more professional and dignified tone.
Examples in context
- Tom wechselte dem Kind die Windeln.Tom changed the baby's diapers.This sentence shows how to use Windeln when describing the act of changing a child's diapers.Tatoeba #8377885 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #8257497 by Hybrid
- Die Windeln sind für meine Zwillinge.The diapers are for my twins.This sentence shows how to use Windeln when stating who the diapers are for.Tatoeba #11704390 by Yorwba, translation #5823427 by OsoHombre
- Windeln sind teuer.Diapers are expensive.This sentence shows how to use Windeln when making a statement about their cost.Tatoeba #12089105 by Augustus, translation #10808856 by ddnktr
- Wo kann ich Windeln kaufen?Where can I buy diapers?
- Bitte bringen Sie mir eine saubere Windel.Please bring me a clean diaper.
- Kannst du bitte die Pampis wechseln?Can you please change the diapers?
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Example conversation
A couple is shopping for baby supplies at a supermarket.
- MaximilianBrauchen wir noch neue Windeln?Do we need new diapers?
- LauraJa, wir müssen Windeln kaufen.Yes, we must buy diapers.
- MaximilianWelche Windeln sind gut für das Baby?Which diapers are good for the baby?
- LauraNimm diese Windeln dort drüben.Take those diapers over there.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
