Badeanzug
/ˈbaːdəˌʔanˌtsuːk/masculine
The English word 'swimsuit' is translated into German as Badeanzug. Wiktionary also lists Badebekleidung.
Meaning: garment worn for swimming (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Badeanzug | /ˈbaːdəˌʔanˌtsuːk/ (standard) /ˈbaːdan-/ (informal) |
masculine |
| Badebekleidung | feminine |
What does it mean word for word?
The word Badeanzug is a compound of Bad (bath/swim) and Anzug (suit).
Which one should you use?
Badeanzug specifically refers to a one-piece swimsuit, typically worn by women. In contrast, Badehose is the term used for swim trunks or shorts. If you want to refer to the general category of clothing for swimming, use the collective noun Badebekleidung.
How does it change in a sentence?
Badebekleidung is a feminine collective noun. Badeanzug is a masculine noun. Because of this, it takes the masculine accusative article den when it is the direct object of a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbaːdəˌʔanˌtsuːk/
Did you know?
- In many German public swimming pools, it is common and expected for men to shower completely naked before entering the water, meaning the Badeanzug or Badehose is only worn inside the pool area.
- German has a specific word FKK which stands for Freikörperkultur or 'Free Body Culture', referring to the practice of swimming and sunbathing without any Badebekleidung at all.
- The word Anzug in Badeanzug usually refers to a formal business suit. It is surprising to find the same word for 'suit' used for both a corporate boardroom and a swimming pool.
Examples in context
- Bring einen Badeanzug mit.Bring your swimsuit.This sentence is useful for practicing the use of Badeanzug as a direct object.Tatoeba #3064401 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2548431 by CK
- Mein Badeanzug ist zu eng.My swimsuit is too tight.This sentence shows how to describe the fit of a Badeanzug.Tatoeba #4316818 by Rosijupon, translation #4316819 by Rosijupon
- Tom zog seinen Badeanzug an.Tom put on his swimsuit.This sentence demonstrates the use of Badeanzug in a sentence.Tatoeba #1819207 by pne, translation #1164296 by CK
- Ich brauche einen neuen BadeanzugI need a new swimsuit
- Hast du deinen Bikini eingepackt?Have you packed your swimsuit?
- Ich habe meine Badehose vergessenI forgot my swim trunks
- Ich gehe am Wochenende schwimmen. Brauche ich einen neuen Badeanzug?I'm going swimming this weekend. Do I need a new swimsuit?
- Kannst du mir bitte deinen Bikini leihen? Ich habe meinen vergessen.Can you please lend me your bikini? I forgot mine.
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Example conversation
Laura and Felix are packing for a beach trip.
- LauraHast du deinen Badeanzug eingepackt?Did you pack your swimsuit?
- FelixNein, ich glaube, er liegt noch im Bad.No, I think it's still in the bathroom.
- LauraDann hol schnell deinen Badeanzug!Then go get your swimsuit quickly!
- FelixIch bin sofort zurück, Laura.I'll be right back, Laura.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “swimsuit” translations and entries Badeanzug, Badebekleidung, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
