das Gewand
Translation
garment, robe, attire, garb
Examples
Der König trug ein prächtiges Gewand.
The king wore a magnificent robe.
Er kleidete sich in ein schlichtes Gewand.
He dressed himself in a simple garment.
Grammar Patterns
to wear a ((adjective)) garment ((sth.)) She wore an elegant garment.
Similar Words
Kleidung (clothing), Tracht (traditional costume), Robe (robe)
Etymology
From Old High German 'giwant', related to 'winden' (to wind, wrap), meaning something wrapped around the body.
Memory Tips
Think of a more formal, historical, or poetic type of clothing than 'Kleidung'. Imagine a king's or a wizard's robes.