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Fitting
German → American English
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fitting
Technisches Verbindungsteil oder Anschlussstück, besonders in der Sanitär- und Rohrtechnik.
Der Installateur ersetzte den defekten Fitting an der Wasserleitung.In German, Fitting is usually used in technical contexts, especially for plumbing, piping, or connectors. For clothing, use words like Passform or Anprobe instead.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Fitting” mean in German?
In German, “Fitting” usually refers to a connector, coupling, or fitting part in technical or plumbing contexts.
Is “Fitting” a German word?
Yes, but it is mostly a loanword used in technical German, not a common everyday word.
What is the plural of “Fitting” in German?
The plural is usually “Fittings”.
Is “Fitting” used for clothes?
Usually no. For clothes, Germans more often say “Passform” or talk about an “Anprobe”.