ITIDA 2025
CLOTHES VOCABULARY
Basic Clothing Items
• T-shirt – A casual short-sleeved shirt.
• Shirt – A garment for the upper body, usually with a collar and buttons.
• Blouse – A loose-fitting shirt worn by women.
• Pants – Clothing that covers the legs from the waist down.
• Jeans – Denim pants, often blue in color.
• Shorts – Pants that end above the knees.
• Skirt – A piece of clothing that hangs from the waist and covers part of the legs.
• Dress – A one-piece garment for women or girls that covers the body and extends
down the legs.
Outerwear
• Jacket – A short coat worn for warmth or fashion.
• Coat – A longer outer garment worn in cold weather.
• Sweater – A knitted garment worn for warmth.
• Hoodie – A sweatshirt with a hood.
• Raincoat – A waterproof coat worn in the rain.
Footwear
• Shoes – Footwear that covers the feet.
• Sneakers – Sports shoes, also known as trainers.
• Sandals – Open-toed shoes worn in warm weather.
• Boots – Sturdy footwear that covers the ankles or higher.
• Slippers – Soft shoes worn indoors.
Accessories
• Hat – A covering for the head, often worn for protection or style.
• Cap – A type of hat with a rounded crown and a visor.
• Scarf – A long piece of fabric worn around the neck for warmth or decoration.
• Gloves – Clothing that covers the hands for warmth.
• Belt – A strap worn around the waist.
• Sunglasses – Glasses that protect the eyes from the sun.
• Watch – A timepiece worn on the wrist.
• Earrings – Jewelry worn on the ears.
Underwear and Sleepwear
• Underwear – Clothing worn under other clothes.
• Bra – A supportive undergarment for women.
• Panties – Undergarments worn by women.
• Boxers – Loose-fitting underwear for men.
• Briefs – Tight-fitting underwear.
• Pajamas – Comfortable clothing worn for sleeping.
• Robe – A long, loose garment worn over sleepwear.
Formal Wear
• Suit – A matching set of a jacket and pants or skirt.
• Tie – A piece of fabric worn around the neck, typically with a suit.
• Bow tie – A small, decorative tie in the shape of a bow.
• Blazer – A formal jacket that is not part of a suit.
• Gown – A long, elegant dress worn for special occasions.
• Tuxedo – A formal suit worn by men for special events.
Sports and Swimwear
• Swimsuit – Clothing worn for swimming.
• Bikini – A two-piece swimsuit for women.
• Trunks – Swimming shorts for men.
• Tracksuit – A sports outfit consisting of a jacket and pants.
• Leggings – Tight-fitting pants made of stretchy fabric.
• Sports bra – A supportive undergarment for sports activities.
Clothing Materials
• Cotton – A soft, breathable fabric.
• Denim – A sturdy fabric used for jeans.
• Leather – A durable material made from animal skin.
• Silk – A smooth, shiny fabric.
• Wool – A warm fabric made from sheep's fleece.
• Polyester – A synthetic fabric.
Common Clothing Phrases
• "I need to buy a new pair of jeans."
• "She is wearing a beautiful dress."
• "It’s cold outside, put on your coat."
• "He always wears a suit to work."
• "I love my new sneakers!"
PRACTICE ACTIVITIES.
1. Vocabulary Matching
Match the clothing items with their definitions:
1. A warm knitted garment.
2. A long coat for rainy weather.
3. Footwear worn for sports.
4. An accessory worn around the waist.
A. Sneakers
B. Belt
C. Raincoat
D. Sweater
2. Multiple-Choice Question
Which of the following is NOT an outerwear item?
A) Jacket
B) Coat
C) T-shirt
D) Raincoat
3. Fill in the Blanks
Complete the sentences using the correct clothing vocabulary:
1. She bought a beautiful red _______ for the party.
2. He wears a _______ and tie to work every day.
3. It’s cold outside, so I need to wear my _______.
4. My favorite shoes are my comfortable _______.
4. Reading Comprehension
Read the following passage and answer the questions:
John is getting ready for his first job interview. He chooses a navy blue suit with a white shirt
and a striped tie. He also wears black leather shoes and a watch. Before leaving, he checks
himself in the mirror to make sure everything looks perfect.
1. What color is John's suit?
2. What accessory does John wear?
3. What type of shoes does John wear?
