Kissenbezug

pillowcase

noun KIS-en-be-tsook Rare

Also means

pillow cover

Usage Note

Kissenbezug is the removable fabric cover placed over a pillow (Kissen). Plural Kissenbezüge. Often sold as a set with Bettbezug (duvet cover). The standard German pillow is 80x80 cm, larger than the typical British or American size.

Examples

"Sie wusch alle Kissenbezüge bei 60 Grad."

Natural Translation

She washed all the pillowcases at 60 degrees.

Literal Translation

She washed all pillow-covers at 60 degrees.

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