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- Use it for the physical act of putting on clothes.
- It is a separable verb; the 'an' goes at the end.
- Don't use it for hats, glasses, or jewelry.
意味
anziehen is the verb you use when you are physically putting clothes or shoes onto your body. It describes the action of getting dressed rather than the state of wearing something.
主な例文
3 / 7Getting ready in the morning
Ich ziehe mich schnell an.
I am getting dressed quickly.
Reminding a child about the cold
Zieh dir bitte deine Jacke an!
Please put on your jacket!
In a clothing store
Soll ich den blauen oder den roten Mantel anziehen?
Should I put on the blue or the red coat?
文化的背景
The 'Hausschuh-Kultur' (house shoe culture) is very strong. You 'ausziehen' your street shoes and 'anziehen' your slippers immediately upon entering a home. In traditional contexts, 'anziehen' is used when putting on a 'Tracht' (Dirndl or Lederhosen), which is a source of regional pride. Swiss German often uses 'aalegge' (anlegen) instead of 'anziehen' in dialect, but 'anziehen' is standard in High German. The 'Business Casual' trend has changed what Germans 'anziehen' for work, moving away from the strict 'Anzug' (suit) in many sectors.
The 'An' Rule
Always remember to kick the 'an' to the end of the sentence. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Reflexive Pronouns
If you say 'Ich ziehe an', it sounds incomplete. You must say 'Ich ziehe MICH an' or 'Ich ziehe DIE JACKE an'.
15秒でわかる
- Use it for the physical act of putting on clothes.
- It is a separable verb; the 'an' goes at the end.
- Don't use it for hats, glasses, or jewelry.
What It Means
anziehen is your go-to word for the morning routine. It literally means 'to pull on.' Think about the physical motion of pulling on a sweater. You use it for almost everything you wear. This includes shirts, pants, socks, and shoes. It is the active process of getting dressed. If you are naked and then you aren't, you used anziehen!
How To Use It
This is a separable verb. That means the an part flies to the end. You say Ich ziehe die Jacke an. It is also often reflexive. If you are just 'getting dressed' generally, use sich. You would say Ich ziehe mich an. If you mention a specific item, use the dative for yourself. For example: Ich ziehe mir einen Pullover an. It sounds complicated, but you will get it fast!
When To Use It
Use it when you are getting ready for work. Use it when you tell your kids to hurry up. It is perfect for the gym locker room. You can use it when helping someone with their coat. It is a very common, everyday word. You will hear it in every German household. It is neutral and works in any social setting.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use anziehen for accessories like hats or glasses. For those, Germans prefer the word aufsetzen. Also, do not use it for 'wearing' something. If you are already dressed, use the verb tragen. You wouldn't say 'I am putting on a blue shirt' if you are already at dinner. That would mean you are doing it right now! Also, jewelry usually takes the verb anlegen.
Cultural Background
Germans are very practical about their clothing. There is a famous saying: 'There is no bad weather, only bad clothing.' This makes anziehen a very important verb. Dressing in layers is called the Zwiebelprinzip or 'onion principle.' You will often hear parents telling children to Zieh dich warm an! even in spring. Functional outdoor clothing is a huge part of German culture. Being 'properly' dressed for the activity is a sign of respect.
Common Variations
If you need to take clothes off, use ausziehen. If you are changing your clothes, use umziehen. If you want to try something on in a store, use anprobieren. All of these use the same 'pulling' root word. They are like a little family of dressing verbs. You can also use anziehen for magnets attracting metal! It is a very versatile little word.
使い方のコツ
The verb is neutral and used in all levels of society. The biggest hurdle for beginners is remembering the separable prefix 'an' and the reflexive pronouns.
The 'An' Rule
Always remember to kick the 'an' to the end of the sentence. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Reflexive Pronouns
If you say 'Ich ziehe an', it sounds incomplete. You must say 'Ich ziehe MICH an' or 'Ich ziehe DIE JACKE an'.
Dative vs Accusative
Use 'mir' (Dative) if you name the clothing item: 'Ich ziehe MIR {der|m} Hut an.'
Weather Talk
Germans love talking about what to 'anziehen' for the weather. It's a great small-talk topic!
例文
7Ich ziehe mich schnell an.
I am getting dressed quickly.
Here it is used reflexively to mean the whole process.
Zieh dir bitte deine Jacke an!
Please put on your jacket!
A very common parental command in Germany.
Soll ich den blauen oder den roten Mantel anziehen?
Should I put on the blue or the red coat?
Used when deciding what to wear.
Sie sollten für das Gespräch einen Anzug anziehen.
You should put on a suit for the interview.
Formal advice using the infinitive at the end.
Was ziehst du heute Abend an?
What are you putting on tonight?
Standard way to ask what someone is wearing to an event.
Heute ziehe ich nur meine Jogginghose an und bleibe auf dem Sofa.
Today I'm only putting on my sweatpants and staying on the sofa.
Relatable weekend vibes.
Es ist stürmisch, zieh dich bitte warm an.
It is stormy, please dress warmly.
Shows affection through practical advice.
自分をテスト
Fill in the correct form of 'anziehen' (Present Tense).
Ich ______ meine Jacke ______.
In the present tense, the verb is conjugated for 'ich' (ziehe) and the prefix 'an' goes to the end.
Which sentence is correct for 'I am getting dressed'?
Choose one:
'Sich anziehen' is the reflexive form for getting dressed.
Complete the dialogue.
Mutter: 'Es ist kalt! ______ dir einen Pullover ______!'
This is the imperative (command) form for 'du'.
Match the verb to the situation.
1. You are in the shower and need to get ready. 2. You are wearing a suit at a party. 3. You are taking off your shoes.
Anziehen is the action, anhaben is the state, ausziehen is the removal.
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Action vs. State
練習問題バンク
4 問題Ich ______ meine Jacke ______.
In the present tense, the verb is conjugated for 'ich' (ziehe) and the prefix 'an' goes to the end.
Choose one:
'Sich anziehen' is the reflexive form for getting dressed.
Mutter: 'Es ist kalt! ______ dir einen Pullover ______!'
This is the imperative (command) form for 'du'.
1. You are in the shower and need to get ready. 2. You are wearing a suit at a party. 3. You are taking off your shoes.
Anziehen is the action, anhaben is the state, ausziehen is the removal.
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よくある質問
14 問No, for makeup use 'sich schminken'. 'Anziehen' is only for clothes and shoes.
Both are correct but used differently. 'Ich ziehe mich an' (I dress myself). 'Ich ziehe mir {die|f} Hose an' (I put the pants on myself).
The Perfekt is 'hat angezogen'. Example: 'Er hat sich angezogen.'
Technically yes, but 'anlegen' or 'umtun' is more common for necklaces and watches.
Yes, it is used for magnets, interest, and even economic growth.
'Anprobieren' is specifically for trying something on to see if it fits/looks good, usually in a shop.
It is neutral. You can use it in any situation.
You say: 'Zieh dich an!' (singular) or 'Zieht euch an!' (plural).
No, for a seatbelt use 'anlegen' or 'anschnallen'.
For separable verbs, the 'ge' always goes between the prefix and the root.
It's more like 'attractive' or 'appealing'. It's a bit more polite than 'sexy'.
Yes, in finance, 'die Preise ziehen an' means they are starting to rise.
The opposite is 'ausziehen' (to take off).
Always use 'haben'. 'Ich habe mich angezogen.'
関連フレーズ
ausziehen
contrastTo take off clothes
umziehen
similarTo change clothes
anhaben
similarTo be wearing
tragen
similarTo wear/carry
anprobieren
specialized formTo try on
sich schick machen
builds onTo dress up
