das Leder
Translation
leather
Examples
Die Jacke ist aus echtem Leder.
The jacket is made of real leather.
Ich mag den Geruch von Leder.
I like the smell of leather.
Grammar Patterns
(to be) made of leather Die Jacke ist aus echtem Leder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Haut (skin, hide)
Etymology
From Old High German 'ledar', cognate with the English word 'leather'.
Memory Tips
It sounds nearly identical to 'leather'. Just associate the German word with leather jackets or shoes.