Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #100
Word (Wort)

das Futter

Translation (Übersetzung) feed, fodder, food (for animals), lining (of clothing)
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [ˈfʊtɐ]
A1
Nouns
Beginner
Neutral
Tags (Tags)
basic vocabulary everyday animals clothing agriculture
Futter is a neuter noun (das). It has two main meanings: 1) food for animals (feed, fodder) and 2) the lining inside clothing or bags. The plural is 'Futter' (unchanged).

Futter - German Nouns - Futter Meaning - Futter Translation - Futter Nouns Examples

Futter is a German Nouns

Learn Futter meaning, translation, pronunciation, and usage examples. Futter is classified as a Noun in German grammar.

Futter Examples (Beispiele) in English

Futter examples with English translations. See how to use Futter in sentences. Futter example sentences in English below.

Der Bauer kauft Futter für seine Kühe.
The farmer buys feed for his cows.
Agricultural setting, referring to animal food.
Das Futter in meiner Jacke ist aus Wolle.
The lining in my jacket is made of wool.
Clothing description, referring to lining.
Wir geben den Vögeln Futter im Winter.
We give the birds food in winter.
Everyday activity, feeding animals.

Futter — common mistakes (English)

Learner-focused corrections for Futter — typical errors vs. correct German, with short explanations.

  • Using Futter for human food
    Using Essen or Nahrung for human food
    Futter is specifically for animals or lining; using it for human food is incorrect and can sound derogatory.
  • Confusing Futter (noun) with füttern (verb)
    Futter is the noun (feed), füttern is the verb (to feed)
    Futter is a neuter noun meaning feed or lining; füttern is a verb meaning to feed animals. They are related but different parts of speech.
  • Using incorrect gender (der or die Futter)
    Using das Futter
    Futter is always neuter (das), not masculine (der) or feminine (die).
  • Adding -s for plural (Futters)
    Using Futter (unchanged) for plural
    The plural of Futter is Futter (no change), similar to many neuter nouns ending in -er.

Futter Word Family - Futter Related Words - Futter Family Members

Futter Word Family (Wortfamilie)

Futter word family includes related words, derivatives, and word forms. Learn Futter family members with meanings, translations, and usage. Explore Futter related words and expand your German vocabulary.

derived verb (abgeleitetes Verb)
füttern
Meaning: to feed (animals)
Tense: infinitive
Example: Ich füttere meinen Hund jeden Tag.
Verb
related noun (verwandtes Substantiv)
Fütterung
Meaning: feeding, lining
Example: Die Fütterung der Tiere dauert eine Stunde.
Noun
compound noun (zusammengesetztes Substantiv)
Futtermittel
Meaning: animal feed
Example: Futtermittel sind wichtig für die Landwirtschaft.
Noun
Futtertrog
Meaning: feeding trough
Example: Das Schwein frisst aus dem Futtertrog.
Noun
Futterstoff
Meaning: lining fabric
Example: Dieser Futterstoff ist sehr weich.
Noun

Futter Usage - Futter Collocations - Futter Idioms - Futter Synonyms - Futter Antonyms

Futter Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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Futter Collocations (Kollokationen)

Futter collocations are common word combinations that native speakers use. Learn Futter word combinations and how to use Futter with other words naturally.

Futter für Tiere
food for animals
High frequency
Futter kaufen
to buy feed/food
High frequency
Futter geben
to give food
High frequency
Futter im Mantel
lining in the coat
Medium frequency
Futter aus Seide
lining made of silk
Medium frequency
Futter für den Hund
food for the dog
High frequency
Futter für Vögel
bird feed
Medium frequency
Futter in der Tasche
lining in the bag
Medium frequency

Futter Idioms (Redewendungen)

Futter idioms and expressions. Learn German idioms containing Futter with meanings and explanations. Master Futter expressions used in everyday German.

Futter für die Seele
food for the soul
Something that nourishes or enriches one's spirit or emotions, like music, art, or love.
Futter für die Mühle
fodder for the mill
Material or information that can be used for a specific purpose, often in a negative context like gossip or criticism.
Futter für die Katze
food for the cat
Something trivial or unimportant, often used dismissively.
Futter für die Gedanken
food for thought
Something that provokes thinking or consideration.

Futter Synonyms (Synonyme)

Futter synonyms - words with similar meanings. Find alternative words for Futter and expand your German vocabulary. Learn Futter similar words and their usage.

Nahrung
Meaning: nourishment, food
High similarity
Futtermittel
Meaning: animal feed
High similarity
Fütterung
Meaning: feeding, lining
Medium similarity
Auskleidung
Meaning: lining
High similarity
Fressen
Meaning: food (for animals), grub
Medium similarity
Proviant
Meaning: provisions, supplies
Low similarity
Futterstoff
Meaning: lining fabric
High similarity

Futter Antonyms (Antonyme)

Futter antonyms - opposite words. Learn words with opposite meanings to Futter. Discover Futter opposite words and expand your German vocabulary.

Hunger
Meaning: hunger
Äußeres
Meaning: exterior, outside
Oberstoff
Meaning: outer fabric
Leere
Meaning: emptiness
Durst
Meaning: thirst

Futter Semantically Related Words - Futter Contextually Related Words - Futter Thematically Related Words

Futter Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

Futter semantically related words - words that are conceptually or thematically related to Futter. Explore Futter related vocabulary and discover words in the same semantic field. Learn Futter contextually related words to expand your German vocabulary.

Essen Nahrung Tier Landwirtschaft Kleidung Mantel Jacke Hund Katze Vogel

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