Usage Note
zuknöpfen means to fasten the buttons of a garment; the opposite is aufknöpfen (to unbutton). Used for shirts, coats, and children's clothing: Knöpf deine Jacke zu! is a classic parental instruction.
Examples
"Knöpf die Jacke zu, es ist kalt draußen."
Natural Translation
Button up your jacket, it is cold outside.
Literal Translation
Button-up the jacket, it is cold outside.
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