Usage Note
Regenjacke is a short waterproof or water-resistant jacket. It is lighter and more compact than a Regenmantel (raincoat). Many Regenjacken are packable into their own pocket. Essential in Germany's changeable weather; technical outdoor versions use Gore-Tex membranes.
Examples
"Sie steckte die Regenjacke in den Rucksack, da Regen angesagt war."
Natural Translation
She put the rain jacket in her backpack as rain was forecast.
Literal Translation
She stuck the rain-jacket into the backpack since rain was announced.
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