das Dress
kit / uniform
The special clothing worn by athletes or a team during competitions. A synonym is 'Trikot' (jersey).
EXAMPLE
Die Nationalmannschaft spielt heute im neuen Dress.
The national team is playing in its new kit today.
das Dress
kit / uniform
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Meanings
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'Das Dress' (kit/uniform) is sports clothing, especially that of a team. It is not the same as the English word 'dress', which in German means 'das Kleid' (dress).
EXAMPLE
Der Torwart trug ein leuchtend grünes Dress.
The goalkeeper wore a bright green kit.
Use in sports
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of sports. It describes the official, uniform clothing of athletes or entire teams during competitions.
EXAMPLE
Vor dem Turnier wurde das neue Dress der Öffentlichkeit vorgestellt.
Before the tournament, the new kit was presented to the public.
Typical collocations
Common verbs used with 'Dress' (kit/uniform) are 'tragen' (to wear), 'auflaufen in' (to take the field in), or 'präsentieren' (to present). It also often refers to the entire outfit or equipment.
EXAMPLE
Die Mannschaft lief im Auswärts-Dress auf.
The team took the field in its away kit.
In real life
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