sweatshirt
word
/ˈswɛtˌʃɝt/
/swˈɛtʃɜːt/
Definition
A sweatshirt is a long-sleeved, casual top made of soft, thick cotton or similar fabric, usually worn for warmth or comfort.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal and casual. Often worn for exercise, at home, or as part of a relaxed outfit. Thicker than a T-shirt but without the zipper/hood of a hoodie. Common collocations: 'hooded sweatshirt', 'crewneck sweatshirt'. Not the same as a sweater, which is typically knitted.
Spanish: sudaderaPortuguese (BR): moletomPortuguese (PT): sweatshirt - camisola (informal, PT)Chinese (Simplified): 卫衣Chinese (Traditional): 衛衣Hindi: स्वेटशर्टArabic: سويتر رياضيBengali: সুইটশার্টRussian: толстовкаJapanese: スウェットシャツVietnamese: áo nỉKorean: 스웨트셔츠Turkish: sweatshirt - eşofman üstüUrdu: سویٹ شرٹIndonesian: sweter - sweatshirt
Example Sentences
I'm wearing my sweatshirt because it's cold.
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He has a blue sweatshirt for gym class.
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Her favorite sweatshirt is soft and comfortable.
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I always throw on a sweatshirt when I get home from work.
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Do you want to borrow my sweatshirt? It’s super warm.
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That old college sweatshirt brings back so many memories.
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