shawl
word
Definition
A shawl is a large piece of cloth that is worn around the shoulders or head for warmth or as a decoration.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in formal or neutral contexts, often in fashion or traditional clothing. Don't confuse with 'scarf', which is usually narrower and wrapped differently. Common collocations are 'wool shawl', 'lace shawl', and 'wrap a shawl'.
Spanish: chal - mantónPortuguese (BR): xale - echarpePortuguese (PT): xale - chaleChinese (Simplified): 披肩Chinese (Traditional): 披肩Hindi: शॉलArabic: شالBengali: শালRussian: шальJapanese: ショールVietnamese: khăn choàng (vai)Korean: 숄Turkish: şalUrdu: شالIndonesian: selendang
Example Sentences
She wore a beautiful shawl over her shoulders.
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The shawl kept her warm on the cold night.
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She gave her grandmother a red shawl as a gift.
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It was chilly, so I wrapped a shawl around myself and sat outside.
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Her wedding dress was simple, but the lace shawl added elegance.
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Forgot your jacket? Just borrow my shawl for now.
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