die Tracht
Translation
traditional costume, traditional dress, garb, thrashing
Examples
In Bayern tragen viele Leute Tracht.
In Bavaria, many people wear traditional costume.
Er bekam eine Tracht Prügel.
He got a sound thrashing.
Grammar Patterns
((to wear)) a traditional costume ((tragen)) Many people wear traditional costume in Bavaria.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kleidung, Gewand; (for beating) Prügel, Schläge
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'tragen' (to carry, to wear). It means 'that which is worn' (costume) or 'that which is carried/delivered' (a load, a beating).
Memory Tips
Link 'Tracht' to the verb 'tragen' (to wear). A 'Tracht' is a traditional outfit that is worn. For the second meaning, think of having to 'carry' the burden of a beating.