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What is the correct way to express 4:30 in English?
What is the correct way to express 4:30 in English?
If a meeting is scheduled at quarter to nine, what time is it?
If a meeting is scheduled at quarter to nine, what time is it?
How would you express 3:35 in spoken English?
How would you express 3:35 in spoken English?
What time format is used for a meeting scheduled on the 25th at half past seven in the evening?
What time format is used for a meeting scheduled on the 25th at half past seven in the evening?
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What would you typically wear if it's cold outside?
What would you typically wear if it's cold outside?
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Which item is recommended to wear when you want a comfortable outfit at home?
Which item is recommended to wear when you want a comfortable outfit at home?
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If a shirt is described as 'on sale', what does that mean?
If a shirt is described as 'on sale', what does that mean?
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What does it mean if a shirt doesn’t fit?
What does it mean if a shirt doesn’t fit?
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Which statement about an outfit is true?
Which statement about an outfit is true?
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What is the purpose of trying on clothes?
What is the purpose of trying on clothes?
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Which item would be best to wear in a formal business setting?
Which item would be best to wear in a formal business setting?
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What does it mean if clothing is described as 'on trend'?
What does it mean if clothing is described as 'on trend'?
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Study Notes
Clothing Items
- Accessory is a general term for items that are added to an outfit for style or function.
- Jumper (UK), Sweater (US) is a warm garment, usually knitted, worn on the upper part of the body.
- Leggings are close-fitting trousers usually made from stretchy fabric, worn as casual wear.
- Outfit is a complete set of clothing worn at a particular time.
- Pyjamas are a loose-fitting set of clothing worn for sleeping.
- Suit is a set of matching clothes, usually worn for formal occasions, consisting of a jacket and trousers.
- Tie is a long strip of cloth worn around the neck with a shirt.
- Trainers (UK), Sneakers (US) are a type of casual footwear worn for sports or everyday wear.
- Coat is a long piece of outerwear, typically worn for warmth.
- Jacket is a short piece of outerwear.
- Dress is a one-piece garment for women, usually worn for special occasions or casual wear.
- Clothes is a collective term for items of clothing.
- Shorts are short trousers, typically worn in warm weather.
- Shirt is a garment for the upper body, typically worn with trousers.
- Skirt is a garment worn around the waist and hanging down to the knees or longer.
- Hat is a head covering, typically worn outdoors for protection from the sun or cold.
- Blouse is a shirt for women, typically with a more delicate design than a man's shirt.
- Trousers (UK), Pants (US) are a piece of clothing covering the legs.
- Shoe is a covering worn on the foot, typically with a firm sole.
Verb Phrases
- To fit means to be the right size for someone or something.
- To go with means to match or complement another item of clothing.
- To match means to have the same color, pattern, or style as something else.
- To be on sale means to be offered at a lower price than usual.
- To be on trend means to be fashionable and up-to-date.
- To pick out means to choose something from a group.
- To recommend means to suggest something as being good or suitable.
- To suit means to look good on someone.
- To try (something) on means to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits.
- To zip up means to close a zippered garment or bag.
- To put on means to place an item of clothing onto the body.
- To wear means to have a piece of clothing on the body.
- To buy means to purchase something.
Time and Dates
- Today refers to the current day.
- Birthday is the anniversary of the date of a person's birth.
- Week is a period of seven days.
Telephone Conversations
- Hello? is a greeting used when answering a telephone call.
- Hello, this is… is a way to introduce oneself when answering a telephone call.
- Hello, may I speak to …, please? is a way to ask to speak to someone on the phone.
- Who’s speaking, please? is a way to ask who is calling.
- This is … speaking is a way to identify oneself on the phone.
- Is … in? is a way to ask if someone is at home or at work.
- Sorry, … is not in right now. is a way to respond that someone is not available.
- Can I take a message? is a way to offer to pass on a message to someone.
- Thanks for calling. is a way to thank someone for calling.
- Goodbye. is a way to end a telephone conversation.
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Test your knowledge on various clothing items and accessories. This quiz covers a range of items including casual wear, formal attire, and sleepwear. Challenge yourself to identify and define different clothing terms.