A2 Informal Clothing

„Dieser Hut steht Ihnen gut."

This hat becomes you well.

Dieser Hut steht Ihnen gut. — German idiom meaning: This hat becomes you well. (A2)
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What does „Dieser Hut steht Ihnen gut." mean in German?

„Dieser Hut steht Ihnen gut." means "This hat becomes you well.." Literally: "This hat stands to you well.."

Literal Translation

"This hat stands to you well."

Dieser This
Hut hat
steht stands
Ihnen to
gut you

English Equivalent

"This hat looks good on you."

This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.

Grammar Notes

'stehen' + dative = to suit/become

When is this idiom used?

Informal

This expression is used in informal, casual German conversation among friends and family.

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