German Phrase
Das steht dir super.
Meaning
A friendly compliment meaning “That looks great on you” or “That suits you perfectly.” It is usually said about clothing, accessories, or sometimes a hairstyle.
When to use
Use this phrase in informal or semi‑formal settings when you want to praise someone’s outfit. It works well among friends, colleagues you know well, or when you’re complimenting a partner. Avoid using it with strangers in very formal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Dasstehtdirsuper
Demonstrative pronoun
"Das" is a neuter demonstrative pronoun in the nominative case, referring to a specific item (e.g., a shirt, a jacket).
Verb "stehen" (to suit)
In this context, "stehen" means “to look good on someone.” It is conjugated in the 3rd‑person singular present: "steht".
Dative pronoun
"dir" is the dative form of "du" and is required because "stehen" takes a dative object when expressing suitability.
Adverb "super"
"super" is an informal adverb meaning “great, superb.” It intensifies the compliment.
🗨In Conversation
Das steht dir super!
That looks great on you!
Danke! Ich habe das neue Hemd gerade gekauft.
Thanks! I just bought this new shirt.
✕Common Mistakes
Das steht du super.
"stehen" requires a dative object, so you must use "dir" (dative) not "du" (nominative).
Das steht du super.
The verb must agree with the subject "das" (neuter), not with "du".
Das steht dir super, Herr Müller.
In very formal contexts, "super" can sound too casual; use "ausgezeichnet" or "sehr gut" instead.
↔Alternatives
Das steht dir gut.
That suits you well.
Du siehst großartig aus.
You look awesome.
Das steht dir ausgezeichnet.
That looks excellent on you.
Cultural Tip
In German, the verb "stehen" with a dative object is the go‑to way to compliment clothing. It’s more natural than saying "du bist schön" (you are beautiful) when you’re talking about a shirt or a hat. Keep the tone light; over‑praising can feel insincere, especially in professional settings.