Regenmantel
/ˈʁeːɡn̩ˌmantl̩/masculine
The German word for raincoat is Regenmantel.
Regenmantel is a masculine noun used to describe a waterproof coat.
Meaning: waterproof coat (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of Regen (rain) and Mantel (coat).
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Regenmantel is Regenmäntel. In the genitive case, the word becomes des Regenmantels.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈʁeːɡn̩ˌmantl̩/
Did you know?
- While Regenmantel is the general term, Germans often use Friesennerkutter or Friesenjacke for heavy-duty rain gear, referring to the traditional waterproof clothing of the Frisian people along the North Sea coast.
- In German, Mantel can also refer to a protective sheath or casing in technical contexts, such as the rubber insulation around an electrical cable.
- The word Mantel in Regenmantel is a linguistic cousin to the English word 'mantle', referring to a cloak or an enveloping layer.
Examples in context
- Tom trug einen Regenmantel.Tom was wearing a raincoat.This sentence is useful for describing what someone was wearing using Regenmantel.Tatoeba #8594772 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #8594662 by CK
- Er trug nur einen Regenmantel.He was wearing nothing but a raincoat.This sentence is useful for emphasizing that someone was wearing nothing but a Regenmantel.Tatoeba #13304766 by Waldelfe, translation #8349326 by Amastan
- Nimm zur Sicherheit deinen Regenmantel mit!Take your raincoat in case it rains.This sentence is useful for advising someone to take their Regenmantel with them for safety.Tatoeba #7853011 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #7844661 by CK
- Entschuldigen Sie, haben Sie einen Regenmantel?Excuse me, do you have a raincoat?
- Hast du meine Regenjacke gesehen?Have you seen my raincoat?
- Auf der Suche nach einem RegenmantelIn search of a raincoat
- Kannst du bitte meinen Regenmantel holen?Can you please fetch my raincoat?
- Ich habe gestern eine neue Regenjacke gekauft.I bought a new raincoat yesterday.
- 18 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Julian and Laura are standing at the door while it rains heavily outside.
- JulianHast du deinen Regenmantel dabei?Do you have your raincoat with you?
- LauraNein, ich habe meinen Regenmantel vergessen.No, I forgot my raincoat.
- JulianHier ist ein gelber Regenmantel für dich.Here is a yellow raincoat for you.
- LauraDanke, Julian, der ist sehr praktisch.Thanks, Julian, this is very practical.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “raincoat” translations and entries Regenmantel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Regenmantel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
