Pullover
/pʊˈloːvɐ/masculine
The German word for jumper is Pullover. Wiktionary also lists Jumper.
Meaning: woolen sweater or pullover (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Pullover | /pʊˈloːvɐ/ | masculine |
| Jumper | masculine |
Both Pullover and Jumper are masculine nouns used to refer to a woolen sweater or pullover. You can use these terms to describe clothing, such as saying ein roter Pullover for a red jumper or using possessives like mein Pullover for my jumper and sein Pullover for his jumper.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Pullover is a masculine noun. The plural form remains Pullover.
How do you pronounce it?
/pʊˈloːvɐ/
Did you know?
- The German word Pullover is an example of a 'Pseudo-Anglicism', as it is borrowed from English but used more consistently in German than the term 'pullover' is in modern American English.
- In German, the word Pullover is often shortened to Pulli in casual conversation, which is a diminutive form that makes the garment sound cozy or cute.
- While 'Jumper' is understood in German, it is often used in the context of a person who jumps, rather than as a common term for a sweater.
Examples in context
- Ich mag den Pullover.I like that jumper.This sentence is useful for expressing a preference for a specific Pullover.Tatoeba #8883075 by wolfgangth, translation #11066233 by sundown
- Sein Pullover ist grau.His jumper is grey.This sentence is useful for describing the color of a Pullover.Tatoeba #684482 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #7272751 by deniko
- Ich kaufte einen Pullover.I bought a jumper.This sentence is useful for describing the purchase of a Pullover.Tatoeba #12172838 by mhr, translation #12245524 by sundown
- Entschuldigen Sie, wo finde ich die Pulloverabteilung?Excuse me, where can I find the jumper section?
- Was halten Sie von meiner neuen Strickjacke?What do you think of my new jumper?
- Es ist ziemlich kalt heute. Ich sollte meinen Wollpullover tragen.It's quite cold today. I should wear my woolen jumper.
- Ich trage einen neuen Pulli heute.I'm wearing a new jumper today.
- Der Pullunder steht dir wirklich gut.That sleeveless jumper looks great on you.
- Ich habe mir einen neuen Sweater gekauft.I bought a new sweater.
- Ist dir nicht zu warm in deinem Pullover?Aren't you too hot in your jumper?
- Wo hast du deinen Pullover gekauft?Where did you buy your jumper?
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Example conversation
Laura and Maximilian are shopping for clothes in a boutique.
- LauraDieser Pullover sieht sehr bequem aus.This jumper looks very comfortable.
- MaximilianJa, der Pullover ist sehr weich.Yes, the jumper is very soft.
- LauraGefällt dir die Farbe?Do you like the color?
- MaximilianJa, der Pullover passt gut zu dir.Yes, the jumper suits you well.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jumper” translations and entries Pullover, Jumper, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
