German edit

Etymology edit

Derived from Middle High German ūzstiuren (to equip, furnish). Analysable as aus- +‎ Steuer.

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈaʊ̯sˌʃtɔʏ̯ɐ/
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Noun edit

Aussteuer f (genitive Aussteuer, plural Aussteuern)

  1. dowry; trousseau; usually restricted to household goods and fabrics given to the bride
    Synonyms: (dated) Heiratsgut; Mitgift
    Willst du nicht diese hübsche Decke haben, die ich im Schrank gefunden hab? Dann hast du schon mal was für die Aussteuer.
    Don’t you want this nice tablecloth I found in the cupboard? So you’ll already have something for your dowry.

Usage notes edit

  • The word is now used more often than not in a jocular tone, as above.
  • For more see Mitgift.

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