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der Umhang
cloak
A wide, usually sleeveless garment that is placed over the shoulders and wraps around the body.
example
Der Zauberer trug einen langen, schwarzen Umhang mit Sternen.
The wizard wore a long black cloak with stars.
der Umhang
cloak
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Meanings
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Compound word
The word 'Umhang' (cloak) is made up of the preposition 'um' (around) and a form of the verb 'hängen' (to hang). It literally describes a garment that you 'hang' around your shoulders.
EXAMPLE
Bei dem kalten Wind legte sie sich den Umhang enger um die Schultern.
In the cold wind, she wrapped the cloak more tightly around her shoulders.
Typical verbs
Common verbs used with 'Umhang' (cloak) are 'einen Umhang tragen' (to wear a cloak), 'sich einen Umhang umlegen' (to put a cloak around oneself), or 'sich in einen Umhang hüllen' (to wrap oneself in a cloak).
EXAMPLE
Der Wanderer hüllte sich fest in seinen Umhang.
The hiker wrapped himself tightly in his cloak.
Typical context
The word 'Umhang' (cloak) is often used in contexts involving fairy tales, fantasy, historical films, or costumes. It brings to mind figures such as wizards, kings, or superheroes.
EXAMPLE
Für das Karnevalskostüm fehlt mir nur noch ein passender Umhang.
For the carnival costume, all I'm missing is a suitable cloak.
Compare with
Umhang vs Mantel
coat
'der Mantel' and 'der Umhang' are both items of clothing that cover the body from the outside. 'Mantel' is the normal word for a practical item of clothing against cold or rain, often with sleeves and buttons or a zipper. 'Umhang' is usually wide and sleeveless and is worn over the shoulders. It often sounds like something from a costume, history, theater, or special clothing. The words can be confused because both are worn over clothing. In everyday life, 'Mantel' is usually more natural; 'Umhang' fits when the shape is loose, wide, and without sleeves.
Umhang
Für das Theaterstück hat das Kind einen roten Umhang getragen.
For the play, the child wore a red cloak.
Mantel
Am Abend nimmt der Mitarbeiter seinen Mantel von der Garderobe.
In the evening, the employee takes his coat from the coat rack.
In real life
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