Camisole Meaning in English

word

US

ˈkamɪsəʊl

KAM-uh-sohl

UK

kˈæmɪsˌəʊl

KAM-ih-sohl

Definition

A camisole is a woman's sleeveless top, usually with thin straps, worn as underwear or a light top.

Usage & Nuances

'Camisole' is generally feminine clothing; can be underwear or outerwear in casual settings. Often made of light fabrics like cotton or silk. Related terms: 'tank top' (usually thicker straps), 'slip' (longer, like a dress). In UK English, 'camisole' may refer more to underwear.

• Spanish: camiseta de tirantes - camisola (ropa interior)
• Portuguese (BR): camiseta de alcinha - camisola (roupa íntima feminina)
• Portuguese (PT): camisola (interior) - top de alças
• Chinese (Simplified): 吊带衫 - 背心
• Chinese (Traditional): 吊帶衫 - 背心
• Hindi: कैमिसोल
• Arabic: قميص داخلي نسائي
• Bengali: ক্যামিসোল
• Russian: камисоль
• Japanese: キャミソール
• Vietnamese: áo hai dây
• Korean: 캐미솔
• Turkish: kamizol
• Urdu: کیمیسول
• Indonesian: kamisol

Example Sentences

She bought a white camisole to wear under her shirt.

basic

The camisole is made of soft cotton.

basic

Many women wear a camisole to feel comfortable.

basic

On hot days, I just throw on a camisole and shorts.

natural

That silk camisole looks really elegant under your jacket.

natural

She layered a camisole under her sheer blouse for extra coverage.

natural