Hut
/huːt/masculine
The German word for "hat" is Hut. Wiktionary also lists Huet.
Meaning: a head covering (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Hut | /huːt/ | masculine |
| Huet | Alemannic German, masculine |
A hat is a type of head covering. You may use the formal term die Kopfbedeckung to refer to a hat or any head covering.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Alemannic German, the spelling Huet is used.
How does it change in a sentence?
Hut is a masculine noun. Its plural form is Hüte. Because it is masculine, the word changes to den Hut when it functions as the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/huːt/
Did you know?
- The phrase unter einen Hut bringen means to reconcile two different ideas or people, literally 'bringing them under one hat'.
- In German, the word Hut shares a historical connection with the English verb 'heed', as both originally stem from the idea of guarding or protecting something.
- To 'take off one's hat' to someone, den Hut ziehen, is a common gesture of respect or recognition in German culture.
Examples in context
- Wo ist Ihr Hut?Where's your hat?This sentence is useful for asking about the location of a hat.Tatoeba #7451660 by Yorwba, translation #2254683 by CK
- Er zog den Hut.He raised his hat.This sentence is useful for describing the action of raising a hat.Tatoeba #8132133 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #4394776 by CH
- Ist das Ihr Hut?Is this hat yours?This sentence is useful for asking if a hat belongs to someone.Tatoeba #2617535 by Tamy, translation #57130 by CK
- Könnten Sie bitte meinen Hut halten?Could you please hold my hat?
- Hast du meine Mütze gesehen?Have you seen my hat?
- Ich trage gerne meine Kappe beim Sport.I like to wear my cap while playing sports.
- Kannst du mir bitte meine Kappe reichen?Can you please pass me my hat?
- 471 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maximilian and Sarah are walking in a park.
- MaximilianSchau mal, Sarah, dieser Hut ist wunderschön.Look, Sarah, this hat is beautiful.
- SarahJa, der Hut passt gut zu dir, Maximilian.Yes, the hat suits you well, Maximilian.
- MaximilianSoll ich ihn kaufen?Should I buy it?
- SarahAuf jeden Fall, er steht dir!Definitely, it looks good on you!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hat” translations and entries Hut, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Hut, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
