bib overalls
die Latzhose, die Latzhosen
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bib overalls
A pair of trousers with a front panel that partially covers the upper body and straps over the shoulders. They are often worn for work or as practical casual clothing.
Für die Gartenarbeit zieht sie eine alte Latzhose an.
She puts on an old pair of bib overalls for gardening.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Latzhosen |
| genitive | der Latzhose |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Latzhose | die Latzhosen |
| accusative | die Latzhose | die Latzhosen |
| dative | der Latzhose | den Latzhosen |
| genitive | der Latzhose | der Latzhosen |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Latzhose' is made up of 'Latz' (bib) and 'Hose' (trousers). The 'Latz' is the piece of fabric at the front that extends beyond the usual trouser section.
Die neue Latzhose hat einen großen Latz mit mehreren Taschen.
The new pair of bib overalls has a large bib with several pockets.
Common phrases include 'eine Latzhose anziehen' (to put on a pair of bib overalls), 'eine Latzhose tragen' (to wear a pair of bib overalls), and 'in einer Latzhose arbeiten' (to work in a pair of bib overalls). Adjectives such as 'robust' (sturdy), 'praktisch' (practical), or 'alt' (old) often appear before it.
Für die Renovierung trägt mein Bruder eine robuste Latzhose.
My brother is wearing a sturdy pair of bib overalls for the renovation.
In the context of work or manual trades, 'Latzhose' is often associated with activities such as painting, repairing, building, or gardening. Many pairs of bib overalls have chest pockets for storing small tools.
Der Tischler bewahrt Bleistift und Maßband in der Brusttasche seiner Latzhose auf.
The carpenter keeps a pencil and tape measure in the chest pocket of his bib overalls.
