The word 'Hose' refers to trousers and is treated as a singular feminine noun in German.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A garment covering the lower body and legs.
- Essential vocabulary for daily clothing and shopping.
- Used as a singular noun in German.
Überblick
'Die Hose' ist ein feminines Substantiv und gehört zu den wichtigsten Vokabeln im Alltag. Im Deutschen wird das Wort fast immer im Singular verwendet, obwohl es zwei Hosenbeine gibt. 2) Verwendungsmuster: Man sagt 'eine Hose tragen', 'eine Hose kaufen' oder 'die Hose anziehen'. Da es ein feminines Wort ist, lautet der Genitiv 'der Hose' und der Plural 'die Hosen'. 3) Häufige Kontexte: Ob bei der Arbeit, in der Freizeit oder bei formellen Anlässen, Hosen sind universell. Man unterscheidet oft zwischen 'Jeans', 'Stoffhose' oder 'Sporthose'. 4) Vergleich: Während 'die Hose' das allgemeine Wort ist, gibt es spezifische Begriffe wie 'die Jeans' (aus Denim) oder 'die Shorts' (kurze Hose). Im Gegensatz zum Englischen, wo 'pants' oder 'trousers' meist im Plural stehen, ist 'die Hose' im Deutschen ein Singular-Substantiv.
Examples
Ich trage eine blaue Hose.
everydayI am wearing blue trousers.
Diese Hose ist mir leider zu groß.
formalThese trousers are unfortunately too big for me.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
in die Hose gehen
to go wrong / to fail
Often Confused With
Jeans is a specific type of trousers made of denim, whereas Hose is the general term for any type of trouser.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
The word 'Hose' is neutral and used in all registers. It is a singular noun, unlike the English 'trousers' or 'pants' which are grammatically plural. Always use the feminine article 'die'.
English speakers often use the plural verb because of the English 'trousers'. Remember to use 'die Hose ist' instead of 'die Hosen sind', unless you are actually talking about multiple pairs.
Tips
Remember the gender with the article
Always learn nouns with their article. Practice saying 'die Hose' as one single unit.
Avoid the plural mistake
English speakers often think of trousers as plural. Remember that in German, it is singular.
Regional variations for trousers
In some parts of Southern Germany or Austria, people might use local terms, but 'Hose' is understood everywhere.
Word Origin
The word stems from Old High German 'hosa', originally referring to leg coverings made of leather or cloth. It is related to the English word 'hose' (as in stockings).
Cultural Context
Hosen are the standard attire for both men and women in Germany. There are no specific gender-based restrictions on wearing them in modern society.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'hose' (pipe) covering each leg. It is a feminine noun because it frames your legs!
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsEs heißt immer 'die Hose'. Es ist ein feminines Substantiv.
Ja, wenn man mehrere Paare meint, sagt man 'die Hosen'. Im Alltag spricht man jedoch meist von einer einzelnen Hose.
Das Wort ist absolut neutral. Es passt in jede Alltagssituation.
Man kann 'die Jeans' sagen. Das ist ein sehr gebräuchliches Synonym für eine spezielle Hosenart.
Test Yourself
Ich kaufe heute ___ neue Hose.
Hose ist feminin und steht hier im Akkusativ.
Score: /1
Summary
The word 'Hose' refers to trousers and is treated as a singular feminine noun in German.
- A garment covering the lower body and legs.
- Essential vocabulary for daily clothing and shopping.
- Used as a singular noun in German.
Remember the gender with the article
Always learn nouns with their article. Practice saying 'die Hose' as one single unit.
Avoid the plural mistake
English speakers often think of trousers as plural. Remember that in German, it is singular.
Regional variations for trousers
In some parts of Southern Germany or Austria, people might use local terms, but 'Hose' is understood everywhere.
Examples
2 of 2Ich trage eine blaue Hose.
I am wearing blue trousers.
Diese Hose ist mir leider zu groß.
These trousers are unfortunately too big for me.
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