NOUN

dasTuch/tuːx/cloth; fabric; scarf

Tuch is a German noun that means cloth, fabric, or scarf. It is pronounced /tuːx/. As a noun it takes the article "das".

Definitions

1.piece of fabric, cloth, or textile(material/object)

a.rectangular or square piece of fabric for cleaning, covering, etc.

Ich wische den Tisch mit einem feuchten Tuch ab.—I wipe the table with a damp cloth.

2.scarf or kerchief, worn around the head or neck(clothing/accessory)

a.piece of fabric worn as head or neck covering

Sie trägt ein buntes Tuch um den Hals.—She is wearing a colorful scarf around her neck.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Tuch—
Genitivedes Tuchs—
Dativedem Tuch—
Accusativedas Tuch—

Frequently asked questions

What does "Tuch" mean in English?
"Tuch" means cloth, fabric, or scarf. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Tuch"?
"Tuch" is pronounced /tuːx/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Tuch" der, die, or das?
"Tuch" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What part of speech is "Tuch"?
"Tuch" is a noun in German.

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