Mönchskutte

monk's habit; monk's robe

noun MOENKHS-koo-te Rare

Usage Note

Mönchskutte is the long robe worn by monks, characterised by its hood (Kapuze) and wide sleeves. The colour varies by order: Benedictines wear black, Cistercians white, Franciscans brown.

Examples

"Der Mönch erschien im Kreuzgang in seiner braunen Mönchskutte."

Natural Translation

The monk appeared in the cloister in his brown monk's habit.

Literal Translation

The monk appeared in the cloister in his brown monk's-robe.

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