spectacles
word · lemma: spectacle
Definition
Spectacles are another word for eyeglasses, which are worn on the face to help you see better.
Usage & Nuances
'Spectacles' is more formal and old-fashioned than 'glasses'. In modern conversation, 'glasses' is much more common. In British English, 'spectacles' may be used by older speakers or in writing. 'A pair of spectacles' is a typical phrase.
Spanish: gafasPortuguese (BR): óculosPortuguese (PT): óculosChinese (Simplified): 眼镜Chinese (Traditional): 眼鏡Hindi: चश्माArabic: نظاراتBengali: চশমাRussian: очкиJapanese: 眼鏡Vietnamese: kính mắtKorean: 안경Turkish: gözlükUrdu: عینکIndonesian: kacamata
Example Sentences
May I try on your spectacles for a second?
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I wear spectacles to read.
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His spectacles broke yesterday.
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She cleaned her spectacles before the exam.
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He can't see a thing without his spectacles.
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After years, he finally found a comfortable pair of spectacles.
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