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"Skirt" in German: Rock
der Rock
Skirt in German is der Rock. Say Ich trage einen Rock or Der Rock ist zu eng. A long skirt is ein langer Rock; rock music is die Rockmusik—different word family.
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How to pronounce Rock
Say it
rok
/ʁɔk/
rok. Soft o as in pot. Soft final ck/k.
"Skirt" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| der Rock | the skirt Main clothing noun. | Main clothing noun. |
| einen Rock tragen | to wear a skirt Getting dressed. | Getting dressed. |
| kurzer Rock | short skirt Length. | Length. |
| der Faltenrock | pleated skirt Style name. | Style name. |
How to use Rock in real life
- 1Outfit check
Passt der Rock zu dieser Bluse?
Does the skirt go with this blouse?
Der Rock as subject.
- 2Shopping
Ich probiere einen schwarzen Rock an.
I'm trying on a black skirt.
Einen Rock anprobieren.
- 3Weather
Bei dem Wind brauche ich einen längeren Rock.
In this wind I need a longer skirt.
Einen … Rock.
Mistakes English speakers make with Rock
Incorrect: die Rock
Correct: der Rock
Rock (skirt) is masculine: der Rock.
Incorrect: Ich trage einen Skirt.
Correct: Ich trage einen Rock.
Use Rock, not English skirt.
Good to know
Der Rock is everyday for skirts; Minirock is miniskirt. Don't confuse with Rock as in rock music—context and article make it clear. Stores sort Rock under Damenmode.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Picking clothes for a wedding guest look
ChatPal
Nimmst du die Hose oder den Rock?
Are you taking the pants or the skirt?
You
Den Rock. Er wirkt festlicher.
The skirt. It looks more dressy.
ChatPal
Und Schuhe dazu?
And shoes with it?
You
Flache. Sonst ist der Rock zu riskant auf dem Rasen.
Flats. Otherwise the skirt is too risky on the lawn.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Skirt" in German
How do you say skirt?
Der Rock.
Gender?
Masculine: der Rock.
Wear a skirt?
Einen Rock tragen.
Rock music?
Die Rockmusik — different sense.
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