plaid
word
Definition
A pattern of crossed horizontal and vertical bands in two or more colors, often used in Scottish clothing and designs. "Plaid" can also refer to fabric or clothing with this pattern.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in fashion contexts, especially in reference to shirts, skirts, or scarves. In American English, "plaid" refers broadly to the pattern, while in British English, "tartan" is preferred for traditional Scottish patterns. "Plaid" can also mean a type of Scottish woolen cloth.
Spanish: tartán - tela escocesaPortuguese (BR): xadrez (tecido) - tartãPortuguese (PT): xadrez (tecido) - tartãChinese (Simplified): 格子呢 - 格子图案Chinese (Traditional): 格子呢 - 格子圖案Hindi: चौखाना (कपड़ा)Arabic: قماش كاروهات (نقشة اسكتلندية) - بُطّانية اسكتلنديةBengali: চেক - প্লেড (প্যাটার্ন)Russian: клетка (узор) - шотландка (ткань)Japanese: タータンチェック - チェック柄Vietnamese: ca rô - vải ca rôKorean: 체크무늬 - 타탄무늬Turkish: ekose - İskoç kareli kumaşıUrdu: چیک - اسکاٹش لمبے ڈیزائن والا کپڑاIndonesian: kẻ ca rô - vải sọc caro
Example Sentences
Plaid is coming back in style this fall.
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She wore a plaid skirt to school.
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This shirt has a red and blue plaid pattern.
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My favorite scarf is plaid.
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That old couch is covered in bright green plaid.
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I always think of Scotland when I see plaid.
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