tux
word
/ˈtəks/
tuhks
/tˈʌks/
tuhks
Definition
A 'tux' is a short, informal word for 'tuxedo,' which is a formal black suit worn by men at very fancy or special events like weddings, proms, or galas.
Usage & Nuances
'Tux' is casual, mainly used in American English; 'tuxedo' is more formal. Used mostly for men's formal evening wear—not for business suits. Often appears in phrases like 'rent a tux.' In British English, it's called a 'dinner jacket.'
Spanish: esmoquinPortuguese (BR): smoking - terno de galaPortuguese (PT): smoking - fato de galaChinese (Simplified): 燕尾服 - 礼服 (男士)Chinese (Traditional): 燕尾服 - 禮服 (男士)Hindi: टक्सीडोArabic: بدلة رسمية (تاكسيدو)Bengali: টাক্স - টাক্সিডোRussian: смокингJapanese: タキシードVietnamese: vest tuxedo - áo tuxedoKorean: 턱시도Turkish: smokinUrdu: ٹکس - ٹکسیدوIndonesian: tuksedo
Example Sentences
You look great in that tux!
basic
I can’t believe I have to wear a tux to prom.
natural
The invitation says it’s black tie, so bring your tux.
natural
He spilled juice all over his tux right before pictures!
natural
He wore a tux to the wedding.
basic
My dad rented a tux for the event.
basic