A1 adjective Neutral #2,907 most common

sweater

/ˈswɛtər/

A warm piece of clothing with long sleeves, usually made of wool or cotton, worn on the upper part of the body. It is typically worn over a shirt to keep the person warm in cool or cold weather.

Examples

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1

I like to wear my favorite blue sweater when I go for a walk.

I enjoy wearing my blue knit top during my strolls.

2

The invitation suggested a smart sweater for the evening garden party.

The request mentioned a dressy pullover for the night event.

3

Just grab your sweater and let's go!

Pick up your warm top and we can leave!

Word Family

Noun
sweater
Verb
sweat
Adjective
sweaty
Related
sweatshirt
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Memory Tip

Think of 'sweater' as something you wear to prevent yourself from getting 'shivers' (cold) even though it sounds like 'sweat'.

Quick Quiz

The weather is very cold today, so you should put on a ___.

Correct!

The correct answer is: sweater

Examples

1

I like to wear my favorite blue sweater when I go for a walk.

everyday

I enjoy wearing my blue knit top during my strolls.

2

The invitation suggested a smart sweater for the evening garden party.

formal

The request mentioned a dressy pullover for the night event.

3

Just grab your sweater and let's go!

informal

Pick up your warm top and we can leave!

4

Researchers tested the thermal resistance of various sweater fabrics.

academic

Scientists measured how well different sweater materials kept heat.

5

Please wear a professional sweater if you do not want to wear a suit jacket.

business

Kindly choose a formal knit top if you prefer not to wear a blazer.

Word Family

Noun
sweater
Verb
sweat
Adjective
sweaty
Related
sweatshirt

Common Collocations

wool sweater a sweater made of wool material
wear a sweater to have a sweater on your body
thick sweater a heavy and warm sweater
knit a sweater to make a sweater by hand with yarn
oversized sweater a sweater that is very large and loose

Common Phrases

ugly Christmas sweater

a sweater with a funny or bright holiday design

sweater weather

cool weather that is perfect for wearing sweaters

knit-in sweater

a design pattern made directly into the clothing

Often Confused With

sweater vs sweatshirt

A sweater is usually knitted from wool or yarn, while a sweatshirt is made of heavy cotton jersey and often used for sports.

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Usage Notes

The term 'sweater' is the standard word used in American English, whereas 'jumper' is the more common equivalent in British English.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often misspell it as 'sweter' or confuse it with the verb 'to sweat' which refers to liquid from the skin.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'sweater' as something you wear to prevent yourself from getting 'shivers' (cold) even though it sounds like 'sweat'.

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Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'sweat' in the late 19th century, as these garments were originally used by athletes to encourage sweating for weight loss.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun Plural: sweaters Often follows adjectives like 'thick', 'warm', or 'woolen'
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Cultural Context

In North America, 'Ugly Sweater Parties' are a popular festive tradition held during the Christmas season.

Quick Quiz

The weather is very cold today, so you should put on a ___.

Correct!

The correct answer is: sweater

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