In German
Fuß
Meaning: foot
Example sentences
MeinFußtutweh.
My foot hurts.
ErhatgroßeFüße.
He has big feet.
SiegehtzuFuß.
She goes on foot (walks).
Grammar note
“Der Fuß” is masculine with an irregular plural: “die Füße”, adding an umlaut. “Zu Fuß” (on foot, walking) is a common fixed phrase.
Common mistake
Don't say “die Füße” for one foot — singular is “der Fuß”, plural is “die Füße”.
Quick check
Which word means “foot”?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
What does “zu Fuß” mean?
“On foot”, as in walking rather than driving: “Ich gehe zu Fuß”.
What's the plural of “Fuß”?
“Die Füße”, with an umlaut.