pants

word

/ˈpænts/
pants
/pˈɑːnts/
pahnts

Definition

Clothes that cover the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate part for each leg. In American English, this is the usual word for this item of clothing.

Usage & Nuances

Usually plural: 'pants are', 'my pants'. In American English, 'pants' means trousers; in British English, it can mean underwear, so 'trousers' is safer there. Common combinations: 'dress pants', 'cargo pants', 'sweatpants', 'put on your pants'.

Example Sentences

My black pants are in the closet.

basic

These pants are too long for me.

basic

He bought new pants for work.

basic

I spilled coffee on my pants right before the meeting.

natural

Do these pants look too formal for the party?

natural

I can't find my favorite pants anywhere.

natural