undress
word
/ənˈdɹɛs/
/ʌndɹˈɛs/
Definition
To take off your clothes. It can refer to removing all or part of your clothing, either by yourself or with someone's help.
Usage & Nuances
'Undress' is neutral and can be used for adults and children. More formal than 'take off your clothes.' In medical or theatrical settings, 'undress' is common. Avoid in some contexts where 'change' or 'get ready' is preferred. Can be reflexive: 'She undressed.'
Spanish: desvestirse - quitarse la ropaPortuguese (BR): tirar a roupa - despir-sePortuguese (PT): tirar a roupa - despir-seChinese (Simplified): 脱衣服 - 脱掉衣服Chinese (Traditional): 脫衣服 - 脫掉衣服Hindi: कपड़े उतारनाArabic: يخلع ملابسهBengali: কাপড় খোলাRussian: раздеватьсяJapanese: 服を脱ぐVietnamese: cởi quần áoKorean: 옷을 벗다Turkish: soyunmakUrdu: کپڑے اتارناIndonesian: melepas pakaian
Example Sentences
Please undress before the examination.
basic
The child did not want to undress for bed.
basic
He undressed quickly after coming home.
basic
The doctor asked her to undress down to her underwear.
natural
You don’t have to completely undress for this procedure.
natural
The actors had to undress behind the curtain between scenes.
natural