dress code
der Dresscode, die Dresscodes
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dress code
An explicit or unspoken rule about what clothing is expected at a particular occasion, in a particular place, or within a particular group.
Für die Feier gilt ein strenger Dresscode: Die Gäste sollen in festlicher Abendkleidung erscheinen.
There is a strict dress code for the celebration: Guests are expected to wear formal evening attire.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Dresscodes |
| genitive | des Dresscodes |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Dresscode | die Dresscodes |
| accusative | den Dresscode | die Dresscodes |
| dative | dem Dresscode | den Dresscodes |
| genitive | des Dresscodes | der Dresscodes |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Dresscode' visibly consists of 'Dress' (dress) and 'Code' (code). The compound makes it clear that it refers to an established set of clothing requirements.
Auf der Einladung steht der Dresscode für den Abend.
The invitation states the dress code for the evening.
Common expressions include 'ein strenger Dresscode' (a strict dress code), 'ein formeller Dresscode' (a formal dress code), and 'den Dresscode einhalten' (to comply with the dress code). The phrase 'sich an den Dresscode halten' (to adhere to the dress code) is also very common.
Alle Mitarbeitenden müssen den Dresscode einhalten.
All employees must comply with the dress code.
'Dresscode' often appears in invitations, event information, and workplace notices. These texts frequently explain what clothing is expected or whether the dress code is mandatory.
Der Dresscode für die Preisverleihung ist auf der Website angegeben.
The dress code for the awards ceremony is listed on the website.
