beret
word
Definition
A beret is a soft, round hat, usually made of wool or felt, with no brim. It is traditionally worn in France and by some military units.
Usage & Nuances
"Beret" is often linked to French fashion, artists, and certain military uniforms. Not usually considered formal headwear. Common collocations: "wear a beret," "black beret." Pronounced /bəˈreɪ/.
Spanish: boinaPortuguese (BR): boinaPortuguese (PT): boinaChinese (Simplified): 贝雷帽Chinese (Traditional): 貝雷帽Hindi: बेरि टोपीArabic: قبعة بيريهBengali: বেরেটRussian: беретJapanese: ベレー帽Vietnamese: mũ nồiKorean: 베레모Turkish: bereUrdu: بیرےIndonesian: baret
Example Sentences
She wore a beret to the art class.
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The soldier's uniform included a green beret.
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My grandmother loves to knit berets for her friends.
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You really pull off that red beret—it looks stylish!
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Back in the '60s, artists loved to wear a beret in Paris.
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If it starts to rain, your beret won't keep you dry!
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