pleat
/pliːt/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
un pliegue que se cose en la tela, como en una falda o pantalones.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation⚙️Technical
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“Me encanta tu falda — esos pliegues se ven muy elegantes.”
“El sastre añadió pliegues en la parte delantera de los pantalones para un mejor ajuste.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A fold in the fabric of a garment, usually a skirt, as a part of the design of the garment, with the purpose of adding controlled fullness and freedom of movement, or taking up excess fabric. There are many types of pleats, differing in their construction and appearance.