der Brokat
Translation
brocade
Examples
Das Kleid war aus schwerem Brokat.
The dress was made of heavy brocade.
Sie trug ein Gewand aus Seide und Brokat.
She wore a gown of silk and brocade.
Grammar Patterns
((made of sth.)) (to be) made of brocade The dress is made of heavy brocade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: damask, silk fabric
Etymology
From Italian 'broccato', meaning 'embossed cloth'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Baroque' era, where this fabric was very popular. 'Brokat' sounds similar to 'Barock' (German for Baroque).