wasserfest
waterproof
Made so that water cannot get in or cause damage.
EXAMPLE
Für die Wanderung brauche ich eine wasserfeste Jacke.
I need a waterproof jacket for the hike.
wasserfest
waterproof
wasserfest – wasserfester – am wasserfestesten
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry wasserfest, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
Comparison
| basic form | wasserfest |
|---|---|
| comparative | wasserfester |
| superlative | am wasserfestesten |
After der, die, das
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | -e | -e | -e | -en |
| acc. | -en | -e | -e | -en |
| dat. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
| gen. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
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After ein, eine
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | -er | -e | -es | -en |
| acc. | -en | -e | -es | -en |
| dat. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
| gen. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
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Without article
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | -er | -e | -es | -e |
| acc. | -en | -e | -es | -e |
| dat. | -em | -er | -em | -en |
| gen. | -en | -er | -en | -er |
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Usage tips
Word formation
'Wasserfest' (waterproof) is made up of 'Wasser' (water) and 'fest' (firm / resistant). When used to describe objects, it refers to protection against water getting in or causing damage.
EXAMPLE
Die wasserfeste Tasche lag den ganzen Tag im Regen.
The waterproof bag lay in the rain all day.
Typical collocations
In its literal sense, 'wasserfest' (waterproof) is often used with clothing, shoes, bags, and materials. Products such as waterproof ink or water-resistant sunscreen are also described this way.
EXAMPLE
Für den Ausflug hat er wasserfeste Schuhe und eine warme Mütze eingepackt.
He packed waterproof shoes and a warm hat for the outing.
Product descriptions
On products, 'wasserfest' (waterproof) indicates a property or protective function, but does not automatically specify how long or under what conditions they can withstand water. More detailed information may therefore also describe the intended conditions of use.
EXAMPLE
Auf der Verpackung steht, dass die wasserfeste Farbe auch für Außenwände geeignet ist.
The packaging says that the waterproof paint is also suitable for exterior walls.
In real life
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