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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
to suit
[Verbo]

(of clothes, a color, hairstyle, etc.) to look good on someone

convenir, venir bien a, sentar bien a

convenir, venir bien a, sentar bien a

Ex: Certain hairstyles can really suit a person 's face shape and features .Ciertos peinados pueden **quedar** realmente bien con la forma del rostro y las características de una persona.
to fit
[Verbo]

to be of the right size or shape for someone

quedar

quedar

Ex: The dress fits perfectly ; it 's just the right size for me .El vestido **encaja** perfectamente; es justo el tamaño adecuado para mí.
pattern
[Sustantivo]

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

estampado, diseño

estampado, diseño

Ex: The artist created a mesmerizing mosaic pattern on the courtyard floor using colorful tiles .El artista creó un **patrón** de mosaico fascinante en el suelo del patio usando baldosas de colores.
sleeve
[Sustantivo]

the part of an item of clothing that completely or partly covers one's arm

manga

manga

Ex: The sleeve of his sweater was too tight .La **manga** de su suéter estaba demasiado apretada.
checked
[Adjetivo]

having a pattern of small squares with usually two different colors

a cuadros, de cuadros

a cuadros, de cuadros

Ex: The little boy's checked backpack matched his school uniform perfectly, making him look ready for the day ahead.La mochila **a cuadros** del niño pequeño combinaba perfectamente con su uniforme escolar, lo que lo hacía parecer listo para el día que tenía por delante.
striped
[Adjetivo]

having a pattern of straight parallel lines

de rayas, a rayas

de rayas, a rayas

Ex: The cat's fur was striped with dark and light patches, resembling a tiger's coat.El pelaje del gato estaba **rayado** con manchas oscuras y claras, parecido al pelaje de un tigre.
tight
[Adjetivo]

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

estrecho, ajustado

estrecho, ajustado

Ex: The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable .El cuello **ajustado** de su camisa lo hacía sentir incómodo.
loose
[Adjetivo]

(of clothes) not tight or fitting closely, often allowing freedom of movement

suelto, flojo

suelto, flojo

Ex: The loose shirt felt comfortable on a hot summer day .La camisa **holgada** se sentía cómoda en un caluroso día de verano.
plain
[Adjetivo]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

sencillo, liso, llano

sencillo, liso, llano

Ex: Her phone case was plain black, offering basic protection without any decorative elements.Su funda de teléfono era **sencilla** negra, ofreciendo protección básica sin ningún elemento decorativo.
button
[Sustantivo]

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

botón

botón

Ex: The jacket has three buttons in the front for closing it .La chaqueta tiene tres **botones** en la parte delantera para cerrarla.
old-fashioned
[Adjetivo]

reflecting a traditional style or quality from the past, appreciated for its charm, simplicity, and nostalgic warmth

a la antigua, pasado de moda

a la antigua, pasado de moda

Ex: Tonight calls for some good old-fashioned counter music to bring back memories of simpler times .Esta noche pide algo de buena música **anticuada** para traer de vuelta recuerdos de tiempos más simples.
belt
[Sustantivo]

a long and narrow item that you usually wear around your waist to hold your clothes in place or to decorate your outfit

cinturón

cinturón

Ex: The dress came with a matching belt to complete the look .El vestido vino con un **cinturón** a juego para completar el look.
chain
[Sustantivo]

a stylish necklace made of linked metal rings that is worn around the neck as jewelry

cadena

cadena

Ex: The chain had a small heart charm hanging from it .La **cadena** tenía un pequeño dije en forma de corazón colgando.
collar
[Sustantivo]

the part around the neck of a piece of clothing that usually turns over

cuello

cuello

Ex: As she buttoned her coat , she noticed that the collar was frayed and in need of repair .Mientras se abotonaba el abrigo, notó que el **cuello** estaba desgastado y necesitaba reparación.
cotton
[Sustantivo]

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

algodón

algodón

Ex: I love the versatility of cotton clothing , from casual T-shirts for lounging at home to elegant cotton dresses for special occasions .Me encanta la versatilidad de la ropa de **algodón**, desde camisetas casuales para relajarse en casa hasta elegantes vestidos de **algodón** para ocasiones especiales.
to fasten
[Verbo]

to become closed with buttons, etc.

cerrar, abrochar

cerrar, abrochar

Ex: Her coat fastened with a single button , leaving it slightly open at the collar .Su abrigo **se abrochaba** con un solo botón, dejándolo ligeramente abierto en el cuello.
plastic
[Sustantivo]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

plástico

plástico

Ex: The dentist fashioned a temporary crown out of dental plastic.El dentista confeccionó una corona temporal de **plástico** dental.
pullover
[Sustantivo]

a warm knitted piece of clothing made of wool with long sleeves and no buttons

suéter, pulóver

suéter, pulóver

Ex: The pullover was soft and comfortable to wear .El **jersey** era suave y cómodo de llevar.
silk
[Sustantivo]

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

seda

seda

Ex: They decided to use silk curtains for the living room to give it a more refined look .Decidieron usar cortinas de **seda** para la sala de estar para darle un aspecto más refinado.
handbag
[Sustantivo]

a bag that is small and used, especially by women, to carry personal items

cartera

cartera

Ex: While shopping , she spotted a beautiful leather handbag that caught her eye immediately .Mientras compraba, vio un hermoso **bolso** de cuero que llamó su atención de inmediato.
handkerchief
[Sustantivo]

a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

pañuelo, pañuelo de bolsillo

pañuelo, pañuelo de bolsillo

to knit
[Verbo]

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

tejer

tejer

Ex: The warm mittens were knitted by hand for the cold season .Los guantes cálidos fueron **tejidos** a mano para la temporada fría.
label
[Sustantivo]

the trade name of a company that makes designer clothes

etiqueta

etiqueta

Ex: The boutique exclusively stocks items from top designer labels.La boutique almacena exclusivamente artículos de las principales **marcas** de diseñadores.
laundry
[Sustantivo]

clothes, sheets, etc. that have just been washed or need washing

ropa sucia, ropa limpia

ropa sucia, ropa limpia

Ex: She hung the laundry out to dry in the sun .Colgó la **ropa** para que se secara al sol.
leather
[Sustantivo]

strong material made from animal skin and used for making clothes, bags, shoes, etc.

cuero

cuero

Ex: After years of use , the leather shoes had developed a rich patina that added character and charm .Después de años de uso, los zapatos de **cuero** habían desarrollado una rica pátina que añadía carácter y encanto.
to match
[Verbo]

to have the same pattern, color, etc. with something else that makes a good combination

combinar con

combinar con

Ex: She painted the walls a soft blue to match the furniture and decor in the bedroom .Pintó las paredes de un azul suave para **combinar** con los muebles y la decoración del dormitorio.
material
[Sustantivo]

cloth or fabric used to make different items of clothing

tela, tejido

tela, tejido

Ex: He searched for a waterproof material to make the outdoor jackets .Buscó un **material** impermeable para hacer las chaquetas de exterior.
tracksuit
[Sustantivo]

a loose and warm pair of pants and matching jacket worn casually or for doing exercise

sudadera, buzo

sudadera, buzo

Ex: The tracksuit comes in various colors and designs , catering to different tastes and styles .El **chándal** viene en varios colores y diseños, atendiendo a diferentes gustos y estilos.
sandal
[Sustantivo]

an open shoe that fastens the sole to one's foot with straps, particularly worn when the weather is warm

sandalia

sandalia

Ex: The colorful beaded sandals were handmade by a local artisan .Las sandalias coloridas con cuentas fueron hechas a mano por un artesano local.
underpants
[Sustantivo]

a clothing item worn beneath outer clothing by men and women that covers the lower part of their bodies

calzones, calzoncillos

calzones, calzoncillos

Ex: Underpants are an essential part of any wardrobe .Los **calzoncillos** son una parte esencial de cualquier armario.
underwear
[Sustantivo]

clothes that we wear under all the other pieces of clothing right on top of our skin

ropa interior

ropa interior

Ex: The store sells a variety of underwear styles , including briefs and boxers .La tienda vende una variedad de estilos de **ropa interior**, incluyendo calzoncillos y boxers.
to undress
[Verbo]

to take one's clothes off

desnudarse

desnudarse

Ex: At the spa , guests are provided with a private space to undress before a massage .En el spa, se proporciona a los huéspedes un espacio privado para **desvestirse** antes de un masaje.
to fold
[Verbo]

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

doblar, plegar

doblar, plegar

Ex: She decided to fold the napkin into an elegant shape for the dinner table .Ella decidió **doblar** la servilleta en una forma elegante para la mesa de la cena.
pants
[Sustantivo]

an item of clothing that covers the lower half of our body, from our waist to our ankles, and covers each leg separately

pantalón

pantalón

Ex: The pants are too tight around the waist , so I ca n't zip them up .Los **pantalones** están demasiado apretados en la cintura, así que no puedo abrocharlos.
perfume
[Sustantivo]

‌a liquid, typically made from flowers, that has a pleasant smell

perfume

perfume

Ex: The store offered a wide variety of perfumes, from floral to fruity scents .La tienda ofrecía una amplia variedad de **perfumes**, desde aromas florales hasta frutales.
sweatshirt
[Sustantivo]

a loose long-sleeved warm item of clothing worn casually or for exercising on the top part of our body, usually made of cotton

sudadera

sudadera

Ex: He paired his sweatshirt with jeans for a casual look .Combinó su **sudadera** con jeans para un look casual.

to become ripped over time, due to continuous use

desgastarse, gastarse

desgastarse, gastarse

Ex: After decades of use , the antique furniture is starting to wear out and show signs of age .Después de décadas de uso, los muebles antiguos están empezando a **desgastarse** y a mostrar signos de edad.
woolen
[Adjetivo]

made of or related to wool

de lana

de lana

Ex: After a long day outside , she loved to curl up on the couch with a woolen throw draped over her legs .Después de un largo día fuera, le encantaba acurrucarse en el sofá con una manta **de lana** sobre sus piernas.
fashionable
[Adjetivo]

popular and considered stylish or trendy at a particular time

de moda, a la moda

de moda, a la moda

Ex: His taste in music is fashionable, always keeping up with the latest hits .Su gusto por la música es **moderno**, siempre al día con los últimos éxitos.
Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminar)
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