der Kimono
kimono
A traditional Japanese garment with wide sleeves that is wrapped across the front and fastened with a belt.
EXAMPLE
Zu dem Fest trug sie einen eleganten roten Kimono.
She wore an elegant red kimono to the celebration.
der Kimono
kimono
der Kimono, die Kimonos
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Kimono, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Kimonos |
| genitive | des Kimonos |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Kimono | die Kimonos |
| accusative | den Kimono | die Kimonos |
| dative | dem Kimono | den Kimonos |
| genitive | des Kimonos | der Kimonos |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Typical collocations
As a Japanese garment, 'Kimono' is often used with verbs such as 'tragen' (to wear), 'anziehen' (to put on), or 'öffnen' (to open). Combinations such as 'ein seidener Kimono' (a silk kimono) and 'ein traditioneller Kimono' (a traditional kimono) are also common.
EXAMPLE
Die Tänzerin zog einen traditionellen Kimono an und band den breiten Gürtel fest.
The dancer put on a traditional kimono and tied the wide belt securely.
Context clue
Words such as 'Japan' (Japan), 'Fest' (celebration), 'Seide' (silk), 'Muster' (pattern), or 'Gürtel' (belt) often appear near 'Kimono' when referring to the traditional Japanese garment.
EXAMPLE
Auf dem Foto sieht man einen Kimono mit einem auffälligen Blumenmuster.
The photo shows a kimono with a striking floral pattern.
In real life
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