wears

word · lemma: wear

/ˈwɛɹz/
wairz
/wˈeəz/
wairz

Definition

Used for saying that someone has clothes, shoes, jewelry, or another item on their body. It can also mean that a person regularly has a particular style, expression, or look.

Usage & Nuances

This is the third-person singular form of 'wear': 'he/she/it wears'. For clothes, English usually says 'wear' rather than 'use'. Common patterns: 'wear a coat', 'wear glasses', 'wear black', 'wear a smile'. Do not confuse it with 'is wearing', which emphasizes what someone has on right now.

Example Sentences

She wears a blue dress to work.

basic

My dad wears glasses every day.

basic

He wears black shoes at school.

basic

She always wears black when she's in a bad mood.

natural

He wears that old jacket like it's part of his personality.

natural

She wears a smile even when she's stressed.

natural