pleat
/pliːt/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
缝在布料上的褶子，如裙子或裤子上。
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation⚙️Technical
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“我喜欢你的裙子——那些褶子看起来真优雅。”
“裁缝在裤子前面加了褶子，以便更合身。”
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.