Kleiderbügel

Kleiderbügel is a German noun that means a coat hanger. It is a compound word formed by combining two separate German nouns, “Kleider” meaning clothes or garments, and “Bügel” meaning hanger or bracket.

Opposites and Synonyms

The opposite of Kleiderbügel is usually “Kleiderständer” which means a clothes rack. However, in some contexts, both words are used interchangeably. In a formal setting, Kleiderständer sounds more appropriate. Some synonyms for Kleiderbügel include “Hemdhänger” (a shirt hanger) and “Mäntelhalter” (a coat holder).

Examples

Here are some examples of the usage of Kleiderbügel in everyday conversations:

• Kannst du bitte meinen Anzug auf den Kleiderbügel hängen? (Can you please put my suit on the coat hanger?)
• Ich habe keine freien Kleiderbügel mehr. (I have no more free coat hangers.)

Apart from its literal meaning, Kleiderbügel is also used metaphorically for the feeling of being trapped. For example, “Ich fühle mich wie ein Kleiderbügel in einem vollen Schrank” (I feel like a coat hanger in a full closet). This means that the person feels stuck or cramped in a crowded space.\ Visit YouGlish.com