French translation of garment is 
vêtement

Meaning of "garment" in English

A "garment" refers to any article of clothing typically designed to cover the human body. It can range from a simple T-shirt or dress to more complex items like suits, coats, or traditional cultural attire. Garments are made from various materials, including fabrics such as cotton, wool, silk, or synthetic fibers, and can be tailored to fit specific styles and fashion trends. Their function extends beyond basic coverage, often expressing personal style, cultural identity, or serving specific purposes like protection or modesty.

Meaning of "vêtement" in French

The term "vêtement" in French signifies any kind of clothing or apparel intended to be worn on the body. These can range from everyday wear such as shirts, pants, and dresses, to specialized outfits like uniforms and formal attire. "Vêtement" encompasses a broad array of clothing items crafted from diverse fabrics like cotton, linen, or synthetic fibers. Apart from their utilitarian purpose of covering and protecting the body, "vêtements" often play a role in expressing individual identity, cultural affiliation, or fashion sense.

Pronunciation of "garment" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɡɑːrmənt/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, it is typically pronounced with a more pronounced 'r' sound. In contrast, British English may have a softer 'r', making it sound like /ˈɡɑːmənt/. Some regional accents might stress different syllables slightly differently, though these variations are subtle.

Pronunciation of "vêtement" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /vɛt.mɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: In France, the pronunciation is relatively standard, focusing on the nasal sound in "ment". Regional dialects might slightly adjust the nasal vowel sound, but such differences are minor. Francophone speakers outside of France, such as in Canada, might have slight variations in stress or vowel quality.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The garment was made from fine silk.

   • Le vêtement était fait de soie fine.

2. She carefully folded each garment before packing.

   • Elle a soigneusement plié chaque vêtement avant de faire ses bagages.

3. His favorite garment is a warm woolen sweater.

   • Son vêtement préféré est un pull chaud en laine.

4. The ceremonial garment was richly decorated.

   • Le vêtement cérémonial était richement décoré.

5. Modern garments often use synthetic materials.

   • Les vêtements modernes utilisent souvent des matériaux synthétiques.

6. The tailor adjusted the garment to fit better.

   • Le tailleur a ajusté le vêtement pour qu'il aille mieux.

7. They donated many garments to the charity.

   • Ils ont donné de nombreux vêtements à l'organisation caritative.

8. This garment requires special cleaning methods.

   • Ce vêtement nécessite des méthodes de nettoyage spéciales.

9. Traditional garments are sometimes worn during festivals.

   • Les vêtements traditionnels sont parfois portés lors des festivals.

10. Every garment in this collection is unique.

    • Chaque vêtement de cette collection est unique.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "garment" in English

Synonyms: apparel, attire, clothing, costume, dress, outfit, wear, garb, ensemble, gear.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: fabric, textile, cloth, material, drapery.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "vêtement" in French

Synonyms: habit, tenue, habillement, toilette, vêture, accoutrement, garde-robe, costume, fringue, atour.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: tissu, étoffe, linge, drap, textile.

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