der Putz
noun · /pʊt͡s/ ·Etymology
Related to putzen, unknown as for its derivation beyond German. * perhaps related to Batzen (“clump as shaped to the hand”) also of unknown etymology * perhaps onomatopoeia, like Batzen * perhaps putzen is a causative form of besser, as in older language and dialects the beginning consonant is often ⟨b⟩.
Translation
- plaster, render applied to buildings (mixture for coating walls and ceilings) masculine, strong
-
one's groomed appearance, including jewelry and accessories
dated, masculine, strong
Ein starkes Bier, ein beizender Toback, / Und eine Magd im Putz das ist nun mein Geschmack.
Faust, Part One
- decoration, awards masculine, strong
Declension
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | Putz | Putze |
| Accusative | Putz | Putze |
| Dative | Putz | Putzen |
| Genitive | Putzes | Putze |