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Il libro English File - Intermedio Superiore - Lezione 2B

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English File - Upper Intermediate
trainer
[sostantivo]

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

attività sportive

attività sportive

Ex: She wore her favorite trainers with jeans for a casual look .Indossava le sue **scarpe da ginnastica** preferite con i jeans per un look casual.
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to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

descrivere

descrivere

Ex: The scientist used graphs and charts to describe the research findings .Lo scienziato ha utilizzato grafici e tabelle per **descrivere** i risultati della ricerca.
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fit
[sostantivo]

the way in which a piece of clothing fits the wearer

buona dimensione

buona dimensione

Ex: A good fit is essential for athletic gear to provide support and enhance performance during workouts .Una buona **vestibilità** è essenziale per l'abbigliamento sportivo per fornire supporto e migliorare le prestazioni durante gli allenamenti.
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loose
[aggettivo]

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

sciolto

sciolto

Ex: The loose shirt felt comfortable on a hot summer day .La maglietta **larga** era comoda in una calda giornata estiva.
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tight
[aggettivo]

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

serrato

serrato

Ex: The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable .Il colletto **stretto** della sua camicia lo faceva sentire a disagio.
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style
[sostantivo]

a particular appearance that is determined by certain principles

stile

stile

Ex: The artist ’s painting style reflects influences from both impressionism and abstract art , creating a distinct visual experience .Lo **stile** pittorico dell'artista riflette influenze sia dell'impressionismo che dell'arte astratta, creando un'esperienza visiva distinta.
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clothes
[sostantivo]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

vestiti

vestiti

Ex: She was excited to buy new clothes for the summer season .Era entusiasta di comprare nuovi **vestiti** per la stagione estiva.
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fashion
[sostantivo]

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

moda

moda

Ex: They opened a boutique that sells high-end fashion brands .Hanno aperto una boutique che vende marchi di **moda** di alta gamma.
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dress
[sostantivo]

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

vestito

vestito

Ex: She tried on several dresses before finding the perfect one .Ha provato diversi **vestiti** prima di trovare quello perfetto.
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jacket
[sostantivo]

a short item of clothing that we wear on the top part of our body, usually has sleeves and something in the front so we could close it

giacca

giacca

Ex: The jacket is made of waterproof material , so it 's great for rainy days .La **giacca** è fatta di materiale impermeabile, quindi è perfetta per i giorni di pioggia.
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jeans
[sostantivo]

pants made of denim, that is a type of strong cotton cloth, and is used for a casual style

jeans

jeans

Ex: The jeans I own are blue and have a straight leg cut .I **jeans** che possiedo sono blu e hanno un taglio dritto.
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sandal
[sostantivo]

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

sandalo

sandalo

Ex: The colorful beaded sandals were handmade by a local artisan .I sandali colorati con perline sono stati fatti a mano da un artigiano locale.
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sweater
[sostantivo]

a piece of clothing worn on the top part of our body that is made of cotton or wool, has long sleeves and a closed front

maglione

maglione

Ex: The sweater I have is made of soft wool and has long sleeves .Il **maglione** che ho è fatto di lana morbida e ha le maniche lunghe.
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top
[sostantivo]

an item of clothing that is worn to cover the upper part of the body

top

top

Ex: She decided to wear a long-sleeve top for the evening since it was getting cooler outside .Ha deciso di indossare una **top** a maniche lunghe per la serata dato che fuori stava diventando più fresco.
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hood
[sostantivo]

a part of a sweatshirt or coat that covers the head but leaves the face open

cappuccio

cappuccio

Ex: She wore a hoodie with the hood up , making her almost unrecognizable in the crowd .Indossava una felpa con il **cappuccio** alzato, rendendola quasi irriconoscibile nella folla.
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long-sleeved
[aggettivo]

(of an item of clothing) having sleeves that are long enough to reach one's wrist

maniche lunghe

maniche lunghe

Ex: The fashion designer introduced a new line of long-sleeved dresses that are both stylish and comfortable .Lo stilista ha introdotto una nuova linea di abiti **a manica lunga** che sono sia eleganti che comodi.
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short
[aggettivo]

having a below-average distance between two points

corte

corte

Ex: The dog 's leash had a short chain , keeping him close while walking in crowded areas .Il guinzaglio del cane aveva una catena **corta**, tenendolo vicino mentre camminava in aree affollate.
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polo-neck
[sostantivo]

a sweater that has a lifted collar folding over itself and covering the neck

polo-collo

polo-collo

Ex: For a casual yet chic look , she paired a fitted polo-neck with high-waisted jeans and ankle boots .Per un look casual ma chic, ha abbinato un **dolcevita** aderente a jeans a vita alta e stivaletti alla caviglia.
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V-neck
[sostantivo]

(of a piece of clothing) having a neckline in the shape of the letter V

Collo a V

Collo a V

Ex: The V-neck style is popular in both men 's and women 's fashion , available in various materials and patterns .Lo stile **V-neck** è popolare sia nella moda maschile che femminile, disponibile in vari materiali e modelli.
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sleeveless
[aggettivo]

(of clothes) without any sleeves

senza maniche

senza maniche

Ex: The bride chose a sleeveless gown for her outdoor wedding , allowing her to move freely and comfortably as she danced the night away .La sposa ha scelto un abito **senza maniche** per il suo matrimonio all'aperto, permettendole di muoversi liberamente e comodamente mentre ballava tutta la notte.
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pattern
[sostantivo]

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

modello

modello

Ex: The artist created a mesmerizing mosaic pattern on the courtyard floor using colorful tiles .L'artista ha creato un **motivo** a mosaico affascinante sul pavimento del cortile utilizzando piastrelle colorate.
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checked
[aggettivo]

having a pattern of small squares with usually two different colors

a scacchi

a scacchi

Ex: The little boy's checked backpack matched his school uniform perfectly, making him look ready for the day ahead.Lo zaino **a quadri** del ragazzino si abbinava perfettamente alla sua divisa scolastica, facendolo sembrare pronto per la giornata che lo attendeva.
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patterned
[aggettivo]

having a repeated design or decorative arrangement of colors

modellato

modellato

Ex: Patterned leggings are not only comfortable but also make a bold fashion statement.I leggings **stampati** non sono solo comodi ma fanno anche una dichiarazione di moda audace.
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cotton
[sostantivo]

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

cotone

cotone

Ex: I love the versatility of cotton clothing , from casual T-shirts for lounging at home to elegant cotton dresses for special occasions .Adoro la versatilità degli abiti in **cotone**, dalle magliette casual per rilassarsi a casa agli eleganti vestiti in **cotone** per le occasioni speciali.
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vest
[sostantivo]

a sleeveless piece of clothing that is worn under a jacket and over a shirt

maglia

maglia

Ex: For a casual yet polished look , he paired his jeans with a tweed vest and a checkered shirt .Per un look casual ma curato, ha abbinato i suoi jeans a un **gilet** di tweed e una camicia a quadri.
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denim
[sostantivo]

strong cotton cloth that is usually blue in color, particularly used in making jeans

tessuto di cotone ritorto

tessuto di cotone ritorto

Ex: Many fashion designers are now experimenting with sustainable denim, focusing on eco-friendly production methods .Molti stilisti stanno ora sperimentando con il **denim** sostenibile, concentrandosi su metodi di produzione ecologici.
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waistcoat
[sostantivo]

an item of clothing for the top half of one's body, traditionally worn by men, that is tight fitting, sleeveless, collarless, with buttons in the front, and worn usually under a jacket and over a shirt

gilet

gilet

Ex: Many people appreciate the versatility of a waistcoat, as it can be dressed up for formal events or worn casually with jeans .Molte persone apprezzano la versatilità di un **panciotto**, poiché può essere indossato in modo elegante per eventi formali o in modo casual con i jeans.
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fur
[sostantivo]

an item of clothing made of the skin of a dead animal, typically mammals like foxes or rabbits

pelo

pelo

Ex: After searching for hours, she finally found the perfect fur hat to complete her winter ensemble.Dopo aver cercato per ore, ha finalmente trovato il cappello di **pelliccia** perfetto per completare il suo outfit invernale.
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collar
[sostantivo]

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

collo

collo

Ex: As she buttoned her coat , she noticed that the collar was frayed and in need of repair .Mentre abbottonava il cappotto, notò che il **colletto** era sfilacciato e aveva bisogno di essere riparato.
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lace
[sostantivo]

a delicate cotton or silky cloth made by weaving or knitting threads in an open web-like pattern

pizzo

pizzo

Ex: For the special occasion , she chose a lace tablecloth that complemented the fine china perfectly .Per l'occasione speciale, ha scelto una tovaglia di **pizzo** che completava perfettamente le porcellane fini.
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linen
[sostantivo]

cloth that is made from the fibers of a plant called flax, used to make fine clothes, etc.

lino

lino

Ex: The table was elegantly set with a linen tablecloth , adding a touch of sophistication to the dinner party .La tavola era elegantemente apparecchiata con una tovaglia di **lino**, aggiungendo un tocco di sofisticazione alla cena.
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suit
[sostantivo]

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

completo da uomo

completo da uomo

Ex: The suit he wore was tailored to fit him perfectly .Il **vestito** che indossava era su misura per adattarsi perfettamente a lui.
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lycra
[sostantivo]

a type of fabric that is stretchy and used to make tight fitting clothes such as athletic wear

lycra

lycra

Ex: Fashion designers often incorporate lycra into their sportswear collections to create form-fitting and flexible pieces .I designer di moda spesso incorporano il **lycra** nelle loro collezioni di abbigliamento sportivo per creare capi aderenti e flessibili.
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swimsuit
[sostantivo]

a piece of clothing worn for swimming, especially by women and girls

costume da bagno

costume da bagno

Ex: She wore her swimsuit to the beach and enjoyed swimming in the ocean .Indossò il suo **costume da bagno** in spiaggia e si divertì a nuotare nell'oceano.
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silk
[sostantivo]

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

seta

seta

Ex: They decided to use silk curtains for the living room to give it a more refined look .Hanno deciso di usare tende di **seta** per il soggiorno per dargli un aspetto più raffinato.
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scarf
[sostantivo]

a piece of cloth, often worn around the neck or head, which can be shaped in a square, rectangular, or triangular form

sciarpa

sciarpa

Ex: The scarf she wore had a beautiful pattern that matched her dress .La **sciarpa** che indossava aveva un bellissimo motivo che si abbinava al suo vestito.
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velvet
[sostantivo]

a cloth with a smooth and thick surface, typically made of cotton or silk

velluto

velluto

Ex: The singer's voice echoed softly against the velvet walls of the recording studio.La voce del cantante echeggiava dolcemente contro le pareti di **velluto** dello studio di registrazione.
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bow tie
[sostantivo]

a narrow piece of cloth tied in a bowknot around the collar of a shirt

farfallino

farfallino

Ex: Learning to tie a bow tie properly can be tricky , but it adds a polished finish to any formal attire .Imparare a legare correttamente un **farfallino** può essere complicato, ma aggiunge un tocco di eleganza a qualsiasi abito formale.
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wool
[sostantivo]

thick thread made from the fibers of sheep or other animals, commonly used for knitting

lana vergine

lana vergine

Ex: She enjoyed experimenting with patterns using different shades of wool to create unique designs .Le piaceva sperimentare con motivi utilizzando diverse sfumature di **lana** per creare design unici.
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woolen
[aggettivo]

made of or related to wool

di lana

di lana

Ex: After a long day outside , she loved to curl up on the couch with a woolen throw draped over her legs .Dopo una lunga giornata fuori, amava raggomitolarsi sul divano con una coperta **di lana** drappeggiata sulle gambe.
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cardigan
[sostantivo]

a type of jacket that is made of wool, usually has a knitted design, and its front could be closed with buttons or a zipper

cardigan

cardigan

Ex: The fashion-forward influencer paired her ripped jeans with a cropped cardigan.L'influencer all'avanguardia della moda ha abbinato i suoi jeans strappati a un **cardigan** corto.
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leather
[sostantivo]

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

cuoio

cuoio

Ex: After years of use , the leather shoes had developed a rich patina that added character and charm .Dopo anni di utilizzo, le scarpe di **pelle** avevano sviluppato una ricca patina che aggiungeva carattere e fascino.
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suede
[sostantivo]

soft leather with a velvety surface, used for making shoes, jackets, etc.

scamosciata

scamosciata

Ex: He admired the suede armchair in the store , noting how the soft leather would make a cozy addition to his living room .Ammirava la poltrona in **pelle scamosciata** nel negozio, notando come il morbido cuoio avrebbe fatto un'aggiunta accogliente al suo soggiorno.
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boot
[sostantivo]

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

stivale

stivale

Ex: The rain soaked through her boots, making her feet wet .La pioggia ha attraversato i suoi **stivali**, bagnandole i piedi.
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casual
[aggettivo]

(of clothing) comfortable and suitable for everyday use or informal events and occasions

casuale

casuale

Ex: He likes to keep it casual when meeting friends , usually wearing a simple polo shirt and shorts .Gli piace mantenere uno stile **casual** quando incontra gli amici, di solito indossando una semplice polo e dei pantaloncini.
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classic
[aggettivo]

simple, traditional, and appealing, with a timeless quality that stays in fashion regardless of trends

classico

classico

Ex: A classic grey suit is perfect for any formal occasion , regardless of changing trends .Un completo grigio **classico** è perfetto per qualsiasi occasione formale, a prescindere dalle tendenze che cambiano.
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old-fashioned
[aggettivo]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

all’antica

all’antica

Ex: Despite having GPS on his phone , John sticks to his old-fashioned paper maps when planning road trips .Nonostante abbia il GPS sul telefono, John si attacca alle sue mappe di carta **vecchio stile** quando pianifica viaggi su strada.
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scruffy
[aggettivo]

having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out

trasandato

trasandato

Ex: The small , scruffy bookstore on the corner was filled with charming , well-loved books .La piccola libreria **trasandata** all'angolo era piena di libri affascinanti e amati.
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smart
[aggettivo]

(of people or clothes) looking neat, tidy, and elegantly fashionable

intelligente

intelligente

Ex: The smart outfit she chose for the interview made a great first impression on her potential employer .L'abbigliamento **elegante** che ha scelto per il colloquio ha fatto un'ottima prima impressione sul suo potenziale datore di lavoro.
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to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

vestirsi elegantemente

vestirsi elegantemente

Ex: Attending the wedding , guests were expected to dress up in semi-formal attire .Partecipando al matrimonio, gli ospiti erano tenuti a **vestirsi** in abbigliamento semi-formale.
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to hang up
[Verbo]

to place a thing, typically an item of clothing, on a hanger, hook, etc.

riattaccare

riattaccare

Ex: He hung up his keys on the wall hook for easy access.Ha **appeso** le sue chiavi al gancio a muro per un facile accesso.
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to fit
[Verbo]

to be of the right size or shape for someone

adattarsi

adattarsi

Ex: The dress fits perfectly ; it 's just the right size for me .Il vestito **sta** perfettamente; è proprio la taglia giusta per me.
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to match
[Verbo]

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

abbinare,  combinare

abbinare, combinare

Ex: She painted the walls a soft blue to match the furniture and decor in the bedroom .Ha dipinto le pareti di un blu tenue per **abbinare** i mobili e l'arredamento della camera da letto.
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to take off what one is wearing and put on something else

fatti cambiare

fatti cambiare

Ex: He had get changed quickly to be ready for the formal event .
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to remove one's clothes from one's body

spogliati

spogliati

Ex: During a medical exam , patients are usually asked get undressed in a private area and wear a medical gown .
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to put on one's clothes

indossare

indossare

Ex: The got dressed in costume for the stage performance .
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to go with
[Verbo]

to complement and suit each other when combined or placed together, particularly regarding appearance or taste

venire con

venire con

Ex: The rustic furniture goes with the country cottage 's cozy ambiance .I mobili rustici **si abbinano con** l'atmosfera accogliente del cottage di campagna.
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