Nachthemd

nightgown, nightshirt

noun NAKHT-hemt Rare

Usage Note

Nachthemd is a long nightgown traditionally worn to bed, more common among older generations. It differs from Schlafanzug (pyjamas) in being a single-piece garment. Note it is neuter: das Nachthemd, plural Nachthemden.

Examples

"Großmutter trug immer ein weißes Baumwollnachthemd."

Natural Translation

Grandmother always wore a white cotton nightgown.

Literal Translation

Grandmother wore always a white cotton-nightgown.

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