C1 noun フォーマル

attire

/əˈtaɪər/

Attire refers to clothing or dress, especially of a distinctive or high-quality nature. It is most commonly used in formal contexts to describe the required or expected style of dress for a specific occasion or profession.

例文

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1

I wasn't sure what the appropriate attire for the neighborhood barbecue would be.

I wasn't sure what the appropriate clothing for the neighborhood barbecue would be.

2

Guests are requested to wear black-tie attire for the charity gala.

Guests are requested to wear formal evening clothes for the charity gala.

3

He showed up in his usual casual attire: jeans and a worn-out t-shirt.

He showed up in his usual relaxed clothing: jeans and a worn-out t-shirt.

語族

名詞
attire
Verb
attire
形容詞
attired
関連
raiment
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覚え方のコツ

Think of 'A-tier' clothing. If you are wearing 'attire', you are wearing 'A-tier' (top quality/formal) clothes.

クイックテスト

The invitation states that formal _______ is required for the wedding ceremony.

正解!

正解は: attire

例文

1

I wasn't sure what the appropriate attire for the neighborhood barbecue would be.

everyday

I wasn't sure what the appropriate clothing for the neighborhood barbecue would be.

2

Guests are requested to wear black-tie attire for the charity gala.

formal

Guests are requested to wear formal evening clothes for the charity gala.

3

He showed up in his usual casual attire: jeans and a worn-out t-shirt.

informal

He showed up in his usual relaxed clothing: jeans and a worn-out t-shirt.

4

Sociological studies often examine how attire influences first impressions in professional environments.

academic

Sociological studies often examine how clothing choices influence first impressions in professional environments.

5

Proper business attire is mandatory for all employees during client meetings.

business

Proper professional clothing is mandatory for all employees during client meetings.

語族

名詞
attire
Verb
attire
形容詞
attired
関連
raiment

よく使う組み合わせ

formal attire formal clothing
casual attire casual clothing
business attire professional clothing
festive attire holiday or party clothing
appropriate attire suitable clothing

よく使うフレーズ

proper attire required

specific clothing standards must be met

in full attire

wearing a complete set of specific clothes

holiday attire

clothes suitable for a holiday celebration

よく混同される語

attire vs apparel

Apparel is more commonly used in the retail industry as a mass noun for clothing products, while attire focuses on the person's actual dress or style.

attire vs outfit

An outfit refers to a specific set of clothes worn together, whereas attire is a more general and formal term for the style of dress.

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使い方のコツ

Attire is a formal noun and is rarely used in casual conversation. It is the standard term used on invitations (e.g., 'Semi-formal attire') to dictate a dress code.

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よくある間違い

Learners often try to use 'attire' in the plural form ('attires'), but in modern English, it is an uncountable noun.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'A-tier' clothing. If you are wearing 'attire', you are wearing 'A-tier' (top quality/formal) clothes.

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語源

From the Old French 'atirer', meaning 'to equip, dress, or prepare'.

文法パターン

Uncountable noun (usually no plural form) Often modified by an adjective (e.g., 'professional attire') Used as a past participle: 'attired in' (e.g., 'She was richly attired in silk')
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文化的な背景

In Western corporate and social culture, 'attire' is the specific keyword used to communicate expected social status and respect for an event's gravity.

クイックテスト

The invitation states that formal _______ is required for the wedding ceremony.

正解!

正解は: attire

関連単語

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A1

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A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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