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to wear
01
tragen
to have something such as clothes, shoes, etc. on your body
Transitive: to wear clothing
Example
She wears a hat to protect herself from the sun during outdoor activities.
He wore a suit and tie to the job interview to make a good impression.
She decided to wear a beautiful dress to the party.
1.1
tragen, haben
to have a particular style of hair, beard, or mustache
Complex Transitive: to wear hair or facial hair [adj] | to wear hair or facial hair in a specific manner
Example
She wears her hair in a classic pixie cut.
She usually wears her hair in a ponytail.
He likes to wear his hair long.
02
abnutzen, verschleißen
to cause damage due to repeated friction or usage
Transitive: to wear sth
Example
The repeated opening and closing of the door had worn the hinge.
The years of scrubbing had worn the kitchen floor tiles.
Her frequent typing had worn the letters on the keyboard.
2.1
abnutzen, verschleißen
to become damaged because of continuous use or friction
Intransitive
Linking Verb: to wear [adj]
Example
Her favorite jeans were wearing along the seams.
The wooden steps had worn smooth from decades of people walking up and down.
The machine ’s gears will eventually wear if not properly lubricated and maintained.
2.2
abnützen, abnutzen
to create a visible impression, hole, or path through repeated friction or use
Transitive: to wear a hole or path somewhere
Example
The constant rain had worn grooves into the garden path.
The car 's tires had worn deep ruts in the muddy road.
The river had worn a deep canyon through the rocky landscape.
2.3
gut erhalten bleiben, lange gut halten
to remain in good condition, particularly after a long period of usage
Intransitive: to wear in a specific manner
Example
These sneakers have worn so well that they still feel comfortable after a year.
The hardwood floors in the living room have worn well, maintaining their shine.
The living room carpet has worn beautifully, maintaining its vibrant colors.
03
tragen, zeigen
to show a specific expression with one's face
Transitive: to wear an expression
Example
Their faces wore curious expressions during the science experiment.
She wore a happy smile at the party.
He wore a surprised look when he saw the gift.
04
zeigen, tragen
(of ships) to display a specific flag or colors, often indicating their nationality, affiliation, or purpose
Transitive: to wear a specific flag
Example
In international waters, ships often wear their respective maritime flags.
The naval vessel wore the flag of its commanding officer.
The ship proudly wore the national flag as it sailed into the harbor.
05
verbringen, aufwenden
to spend or pass a period of time engaging in a specific activity or pursuit
Transitive: to wear a period of time
Example
They wore the evening away laughter and conversation.
The family wore the holiday season with festive activities and celebrations.
Painting the living room together, they wore the entire afternoon.
06
ertragen, dulden
to tolerate or accept something, even if one may not entirely approve of it
Transitive: to wear an idea or proposal
Example
The political candidate had unconventional policies, but many voters could n't wear them.
The proposal was innovative, but the traditionalists in the organization would n't wear it.
The scientist had a groundbreaking theory, but some of her colleagues could n't wear it.
07
tragen, auftragen
to apply or put a substance or product on one's body
Wear
01
Kleidung, Outfit
a piece of clothing for a particular event or purpose
What is "wear"?
Wear refers to a piece of clothing that is worn for a particular event or purpose. For example, formal wear such as a suit or gown may be worn for a wedding or special event, athletic wear such as running shorts or yoga pants may be worn for exercise or physical activity, and workwear such as a uniform or safety gear may be worn for job-related tasks. The appropriate wear for a given occasion can be influenced by a variety of factors including cultural norms, dress codes, weather, and personal style. The right wear can help someone feel comfortable, confident, and appropriately dressed for any occasion.
02
Tragen, Kleidung
the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment
03
Verschleiß, Abnutzung
impairment resulting from long use
Beispiel
She wears a hat to protect herself from the sun during outdoor activities.
He wore a suit and tie to the job interview to make a good impression.
She decided to wear a beautiful dress to the party.
The students were instructed to wear their school uniforms every day.
I'm not sure what to wear to the party tonight.
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