nounnoun

der Badeanzug, ¨-e

swimsuit

The German word "Badeanzug" is a compound noun made of two words:

  • Bad (bath)
  • Anzug (suit)

Together, it means "swimsuit" or "bathing suit", a piece of clothing worn for swimming or bathing.

Similar words:

  • Bikini (two-piece swimsuit)
  • Schwimmanzug (swimming suit)

Difference:

  • Badeanzug usually refers to a one-piece suit specifically for bathing or swimming.
  • Bikini is a two-piece variant, often used more casually or in leisure contexts.
  • Schwimmanzug can be used more broadly for various types of swimwear, often including performance swimwear.

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Examples

Anna kauft einen neuen Badeanzug.noun

Anna buys a new swimsuit.

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