"waistcoat" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 马甲
• 背心 (正式)

Definition

马甲是一种无袖、通常较为正式的服饰，穿在衬衫外、西装外套内，常作为西装的一部分。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

“waistcoat” 是英式说法，美式英语中叫 'vest'，多用于正式场合或制服，不等同于运动背心或羊毛背心。

Examples

He wore a black waistcoat with his suit.

他穿着黑色的**马甲**搭配西装。

The waistcoat is part of a traditional three-piece suit.

**马甲**是传统三件套西装的一部分。

He buttoned up his waistcoat before leaving.

他在出门前扣上了**马甲**。

Do you think this waistcoat looks too old-fashioned?

你觉得这件**马甲**看起来太老气吗？

At weddings, grooms often choose a matching waistcoat to complete their look.

婚礼上，新郎通常会选择与礼服配套的**马甲**来完善造型。

I spilled coffee on my waistcoat right before the meeting.

我在会议前刚好把咖啡洒在了**马甲**上。