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

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

passa, klä

passa, klä

Ex: Certain hairstyles can really suit a person 's face shape and features .Vissa frisyrer kan verkligen **passa** en persons ansiktsform och drag.
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to fit
[Verb]

to be of the right size or shape for someone

passa, sitta

passa, sitta

Ex: The dress fits perfectly ; it 's just the right size for me .Klänningen **passar** perfekt; det är precis rätt storlek för mig.
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pattern
[Substantiv]

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

mönster

mönster

Ex: The artist created a mesmerizing mosaic pattern on the courtyard floor using colorful tiles .Konstnären skapade en fascinerande mosaik**mönster** på gårdsgolvet med färgglada plattor.
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sleeve
[Substantiv]

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

ärm, manschett

ärm, manschett

Ex: The sleeve of his sweater was too tight .**Ärmen** på hans tröja var för tight.
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checked
[adjektiv]

having a pattern of small squares with usually two different colors

kontrollerad,  rutig

kontrollerad, rutig

Ex: The little boy's checked backpack matched his school uniform perfectly, making him look ready for the day ahead.Den lilla pojkens **rutiga** ryggsäck matchade hans skoluniform perfekt, vilket fick honom att se redo ut för dagen som väntade.
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striped
[adjektiv]

having a pattern of straight parallel lines

randig, med ränder

randig, med ränder

Ex: The cat's fur was striped with dark and light patches, resembling a tiger's coat.Kattens päls var **randig** med mörka och ljusa fläckar, liknande en tigers päls.
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tight
[adjektiv]

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

snäv, trång

snäv, trång

Ex: The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable .Den **snäva** kragen på hans skjorta gjorde honom obekväm.
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loose
[adjektiv]

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

lös, vid

lös, vid

Ex: The loose shirt felt comfortable on a hot summer day .Den **lösa** skjortan kändes bekväm på en varm sommardag.
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plain
[adjektiv]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

enkel, anspråkslös

enkel, anspråkslös

Ex: Her phone case was plain black, offering basic protection without any decorative elements.Hennes telefonfodral var **enkelt** svart och erbjöd grundläggande skydd utan några dekorativa element.
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button
[Substantiv]

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

knapp, tryckknapp

knapp, tryckknapp

Ex: The jacket has three buttons in the front for closing it .Jackan har tre **knappar** framtill för att stänga den.
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old-fashioned
[adjektiv]

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

gammaldags, föråldrad

gammaldags, föråldrad

Ex: Tonight calls for some good old-fashioned counter music to bring back memories of simpler times .Ikväll krävs lite bra **gammaldags** musik för att få tillbaka minnen av enklare tider.
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belt
[Substantiv]

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

bälte, skärp

bälte, skärp

Ex: The dress came with a matching belt to complete the look .Klänningen kom med ett matchande **bälte** för att komplettera looken.
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chain
[Substantiv]

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

kedja, halsband

kedja, halsband

Ex: The chain had a small heart charm hanging from it .**Kedjan** hade en liten hjärtformad charm hängande på sig.
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collar
[Substantiv]

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

krage, halsband

krage, halsband

Ex: As she buttoned her coat , she noticed that the collar was frayed and in need of repair .När hon knäppte sin kappa märkte hon att **kragen** var nött och behövde repareras.
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cotton
[Substantiv]

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

bomull

bomull

Ex: I love the versatility of cotton clothing , from casual T-shirts for lounging at home to elegant cotton dresses for special occasions .Jag älskar mångsidigheten hos **bomulls**kläder, från avslappnade t-shirts för att koppla av hemma till eleganta **bomulls**klänningar för speciella tillfällen.
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to fasten
[Verb]

to become closed with buttons, etc.

stänga, fästa

stänga, fästa

Ex: Her coat fastened with a single button , leaving it slightly open at the collar .Hennes rock **knäpptes** med en enda knapp, vilket lämnade den något öppen vid kragen.
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plastic
[Substantiv]

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

plast

plast

Ex: The dentist fashioned a temporary crown out of dental plastic.Tandläkaren tillverkade en tillfällig krona av tandläkare**plast**.
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pullover
[Substantiv]

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

tröja, pullover

tröja, pullover

Ex: The pullover was soft and comfortable to wear .**Tröjan** var mjuk och bekväm att ha på sig.
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silk
[Substantiv]

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

siden

siden

Ex: They decided to use silk curtains for the living room to give it a more refined look .De bestämde sig för att använda **silkes** gardiner i vardagsrummet för att ge det en mer förfinad look.
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handbag
[Substantiv]

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

handväska, väska

handväska, väska

Ex: While shopping , she spotted a beautiful leather handbag that caught her eye immediately .Medan hon handlade upptäckte hon en vacker läder-**handväska** som genast fångade hennes blick.
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handkerchief
[Substantiv]

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

näsduk, munsduk

näsduk, munsduk

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to knit
[Verb]

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

sticka

sticka

Ex: The warm mittens were knitted by hand for the cold season .De varma vantarna var **stickade** för hand för den kalla säsongen.
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label
[Substantiv]

the trade name of a company that makes designer clothes

märke, etikett

märke, etikett

Ex: The boutique exclusively stocks items from top designer labels.Boutiquen har exklusivt varor från toppdesigners **märken**.
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laundry
[Substantiv]

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

tvätt, kläder att tvätta

tvätt, kläder att tvätta

Ex: She hung the laundry out to dry in the sun .Hon hängde **tvätten** ute för att torka i solen.
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leather
[Substantiv]

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

läder

läder

Ex: After years of use , the leather shoes had developed a rich patina that added character and charm .Efter år av användning hade de **läder** skorna utvecklat en rik patina som tillförde karaktär och charm.
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to match
[Verb]

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

matcha,  passa ihop

matcha, passa ihop

Ex: She painted the walls a soft blue to match the furniture and decor in the bedroom .Hon målade väggarna i en mjuk blå färg för att **matcha** möblerna och inredningen i sovrummet.
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material
[Substantiv]

cloth or fabric used to make different items of clothing

tyg, material

tyg, material

Ex: He searched for a waterproof material to make the outdoor jackets .Han letade efter ett vattentätt **material** för att tillverka utomhusjackorna.
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tracksuit
[Substantiv]

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

träningsdräkt, tracksuit

träningsdräkt, tracksuit

Ex: The tracksuit comes in various colors and designs , catering to different tastes and styles .**Träningsdräkten** finns i olika färger och design, som passar olika smaker och stilar.
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sandal
[Substantiv]

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

sandal, toffel

sandal, toffel

Ex: The colorful beaded sandals were handmade by a local artisan .De färgglada pärl-**sandaler** var handgjorda av en lokal konsthantverkare.
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underpants
[Substantiv]

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

underkläder, kalsonger

underkläder, kalsonger

Ex: Underpants are an essential part of any wardrobe .**Underkläder** är en väsentlig del av varje garderob.
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underwear
[Substantiv]

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

underkläder, underklädning

underkläder, underklädning

Ex: The store sells a variety of underwear styles , including briefs and boxers .Butiken säljer en mängd olika **underkläder**-stilar, inklusive kalsonger och boxershorts.
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to take one's clothes off

klä av sig, ta av sig kläderna

klä av sig, ta av sig kläderna

Ex: At the spa , guests are provided with a private space to undress before a massage .På spaet er gästerna försedda med ett privat utrymme för att **klä av sig** före en massage.
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to fold
[Verb]

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

vika, bretta

vika, bretta

Ex: She decided to fold the napkin into an elegant shape for the dinner table .Hon bestämde sig för att **vika** servetten till en elegant form för middagsbordet.
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pants
[Substantiv]

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

byxor, pantalonger

byxor, pantalonger

Ex: The pants are too tight around the waist , so I ca n't zip them up .**Byxorna** är för tighta i midjan, så jag kan inte dra upp dragkedjan.
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perfume
[Substantiv]

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

parfym

parfym

Ex: The store offered a wide variety of perfumes, from floral to fruity scents .Butiken erbjöd ett brett utbud av **parfymer**, från blommiga till fruktiga dofter.
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sweatshirt
[Substantiv]

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

tröja, träningsjacka

tröja, träningsjacka

Ex: He paired his sweatshirt with jeans for a casual look .Han kombinerade sin **tröja** med jeans för en avslappnad look.
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to become ripped over time, due to continuous use

slitas ut, nötas

slitas ut, nötas

Ex: After decades of use , the antique furniture is starting to wear out and show signs of age .Efter decennier av användning börjar antika möbler **slitas** och visa tecken på ålder.
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woolen
[adjektiv]

made of or related to wool

ullig, av ull

ullig, av ull

Ex: After a long day outside , she loved to curl up on the couch with a woolen throw draped over her legs .Efter en lång dag ute älskade hon att krypa ihop på soffan med en **ullig** filt över benen.
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fashionable
[adjektiv]

popular and considered stylish or trendy at a particular time

modig, trendig

modig, trendig

Ex: His taste in music is fashionable, always keeping up with the latest hits .Hans musiksmak är **modernt**, alltid uppdaterad med de senaste hitarna.
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