nightwear

[ˈnaɪtˌwɛr]
nounpl: nightwear (uncountable)
roupa de dormir
1. Clothing designed to be worn in bed or while sleeping
She bought new nightwear for the trip.
Ela comprou roupa de dormir nova para a viagem.
2. Sleepwear; garments such as pajamas, nightgowns, or sleep shirts
The store has a wide selection of nightwear in different styles and sizes.
A loja tem uma ampla seleção de roupa de dormir em diferentes estilos e tamanhos.
In Brazil, 'pijama' is the most colloquial term for nightwear, though 'roupa de dormir' is the formal translation. The term 'nightwear' is commonly used in English-speaking fashion and retail contexts. In Portuguese-speaking countries, nightwear is considered essential comfort wear, and it's normal for people to refer to specific types like 'camisola' (nightgown) or 'pijama de algodão' (cotton pajamas).
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sleepwearpajamasnightclothesbedclothesloungewear
Antonyms / Antônimos
daywearformal wearsportswear

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
roupa de dormir
Most common and widely used term
Brazil (informal)
pijama
Commonly used for pajamas specifically
São Paulo
roupa de cama
Alternative expression meaning 'bed clothes'
Portugal
roupa de dormir
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'pijama' is used

Related Words

pajamasnightgownrobesleep shirtslippersbeddingloungewearundergarments

Related Idioms & Phrases

in one's nightwear - em roupa de dormir
nightwear collection - coleção de roupa de dormir
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