Mantel
coat
Mantel is the German word for coat. It is a general term for outerwear, often used in the context of formal or professional attire. It can also refer to a long coat that extends below the knee, similar to a trench coat.
Example sentences using: Mantel
Ich habe meinen neuen Mantel im Schrank gehängt.
I hung my new coat in the closet.
This sentence is stating a simple action that was performed involving a coat. Here, the speaker is reporting that they have hung their new coat in the closet. In this context, 'Mantel' is the direct object in the sentence, receiving the action of the verb 'hängen' (to hang).
Dein Mantel ist sehr schön!
Your coat is very beautiful!
This sentence is expressing an admiration or compliment about someone's coat. Here, the speaker is complimenting the listener on the beauty of their coat. In this context, 'Mantel' is the subject of the sentence.
Es ist so kalt, ich brauche einen dicken Mantel.
It's so cold, I need a thick coat.
This sentence is expressing a need or desire for a coat due to cold weather. Here, the speaker is stating that they require a thick coat because it is very cold. In this context, 'Mantel' is the direct object in the sentence, receiving the action of the verb 'brauchen' (to need).