Brassiere Meaning in English

word

US

ˈbɹæsɪɛə

BRA-sie-air

UK

bɹˌɑːsiˈeə

brah-see-AIR

Definition

A brassiere is a piece of women's underwear worn to support the breasts. It is often called a 'bra' in everyday language.

Usage & Nuances

'Brassiere' is a formal or technical term; in daily speech, 'bra' is much more common. Used only for women's underwear. Do not confuse with 'corset' or other support garments.

• Spanish: sujetador - sostén
• Portuguese (BR): sutiã
• Portuguese (PT): sutiã
• Chinese (Simplified): 胸罩
• Chinese (Traditional): 胸罩
• Hindi: ब्रासियर - चोली
• Arabic: حمالة صدر
• Bengali: ব্রাসিয়ার - ব্রা
• Russian: бюстгальтер
• Japanese: ブラジャー
• Vietnamese: áo ngực
• Korean: 브래지어
• Turkish: sütyen
• Urdu: برا
• Indonesian: bra - kutang

Example Sentences

She wears a brassiere every day.

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A brassiere is sold in the underwear section.

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The brassiere supports the breasts.

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Most women prefer to call it a bra instead of a brassiere.

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Her brassiere didn't fit well, so she bought a new one.

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It's rare to hear someone say 'brassiere' these days—everyone just says 'bra.'

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