Rumpf
/rʊm(p)f/masculine
The English word "hull" translates to German as Rumpf.
The term refers to the body or frame of a vessel.
Meaning: the body or frame of a vessel (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine noun Rumpf takes the accusative form den Rumpf when it is the direct object of a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/rʊm(p)f/
Did you know?
- German uses the word Rumpf to describe a 'stump' or a remnant. For example, a Rumpfparlament is a parliament that has been depleted of many of its members.
- The word Rumpf is frequently used in German anatomical terms to describe the 'torso' or 'trunk' of the human body.
- The German word Rumpf shares an unexpected linguistic ancestor with the English word 'rump'.
Examples in context
- Welches Material wurde für den Rumpf verwendet?Which material was used for the hull?
- Wo kann ich einen neuen Schiffsrumpf kaufen?Where can I buy a new ship hull?
- Dieser Bootsrumpf ist aus Glasfaser.This boat hull is made of fiberglass.
- Der Rumpf des Schiffes ist sehr groß.The hull of the ship is very large.
- Wir müssen den Rumpf der Yacht reinigen.We must clean the hull of the yacht.
- Ein beschädigter Rumpf kann gefährlich sein.A damaged hull can be dangerous.
Example conversation
Laura and Felix are inspecting a boat at a shipyard.
- LauraWie sieht der Rumpf aus, Felix?How does the hull look, Felix?
- FelixEr sieht ziemlich gut aus.It looks quite good.
- LauraGibt es Schrammen am Rumpf?Are there any scratches on the hull?
- FelixNein, der Rumpf ist völlig unbeschädigt.No, the hull is completely undamaged.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hull” translations and entries Rumpf, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Rumpf, CC BY-SA 4.0.
