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The characteristic way in which something is designed or expressed, especially in fashion, art, music, or design. It is a loanword from English.
Ihr Kleidungsstil ist eine interessante Mischung aus Vintage und modernem Style.
Her clothing style is an interesting mix of vintage and modern style.
'Style' is a word from English that has been adopted into German. It is used mainly in colloquial language and in contexts such as fashion, design, or pop culture, and it sounds modern.
Der neue Architekt hat einen sehr minimalistischen Style.
The new architect has a very minimalist style.
'Style' is often used as the second part of compound nouns to describe a particular type or direction. Typical examples are 'Lebens-Style' (lifestyle), 'Haar-Style' (hairstyle), or 'Retro-Style' (retro style).
Sein Einrichtungs-Style ist sehr modern und farbenfroh.
His interior design style is very modern and colorful.
To express that a person or thing has a positive presence, you use the fixed phrase 'Style haben' (to have style). You can also say that something has 'viel Style' (a lot of style).
Wow, deine neue Wohnung hat echt Style!
Wow, your new apartment really has style!
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'der Stil' and 'der Style' can both describe the particular way something is designed or the way someone comes across. 'Stil' is the normal German word and fits many areas: fashion, art, literature, behavior, or sports. 'Style' is an English loanword and sounds more modern, more casual, and often fashionable. It is used especially for clothing, music, design, or a cool presence. Learners may confuse the words because they look similar and are often used with similar meanings. In neutral or more formal situations, 'Stil' is usually more natural; in casual language, 'Style' can be appropriate.
Selma hat mit ihrer neuen Jacke wirklich Style.
Selma really has style with her new jacket.
Der Stil der Autorin ist klar und leicht zu verstehen.
The author's style is clear and easy to understand.