German word

Kleid

Pronunciation

IPA/klaɪ̯t/

Meaning

  • neuter noundress

Example

Ich habe ein schönes Kleid gekauft.

I bought a beautiful dress.

Illustration for Kleid (dress)

More examples

Ich möchte das blaue Kleid anprobieren.

I would like to try on the blue dress.

Core concept

A single garment covers the torso and continues below the waist as one piece, with its appearance shaped by cut, length, and fabric.

Common phrases

  • ein Kleid anprobieren

    try on a dress

  • ein Kleid anziehen

    put on a dress

  • das Kleid ausziehen

    take off the dress

Similar words

Kleidung: All garments worn on the body, viewed collectively.
Rock: A garment covering the lower body from the waist downward.
Hemd: A shirt with sleeves that covers mainly the upper body.
T-Shirt: A casual shirt with short sleeves, usually for everyday wear.

Definition in German

Kleid bezeichnet meist ein einteiliges Gewand ohne separates Ober- und Unterteil, das in Länge, Schnitt und Stoff stark variieren kann.

Word origin

German Kleid continues Old High German kleit, from a Germanic term for a garment or covering.

Usage tips

  • Kleid is neuter, so the standard form is das Kleid; its plural Kleider usually means dresses, while Kleidung is the general word for clothing.

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