Vlies

dasNoun

fleece; non-woven fabric

English translations

  1. 01

    nonwoven fabric

  2. 02

    fleece

  3. 03

    wadding

Word details

German meaning
Ein textiles Flächengebilde, das aus ungeordneten Fasern besteht, die durch verschiedene Verfahren verfestigt werden.
English meaning
Fleece
Synonym
Filz
German example
Das Vlies wird oft als Isolierung verwendet.
English example
Fleece is often used as insulation.
Type
Noun
Article
das
Singular Form
das Vlies
Plural Form
die Vliese

Example sentences with “Vlies”

  1. Das Vlies schützt die Pflanzen vor Kälte. (The fleece protects the plants from the cold.)

Frequently asked questions

Is Vlies spelled differently than Fleece?

Yes, 'Vlies' is the German spelling for the non-woven material, while 'Fleece' is the loanword for the clothing material. Both are masculine (der).