fashion
Meaning: A popular style of clothes or behaviour; a manner of doing something
Fashion refers to popular styles in clothing, accessories, or behaviour at a particular time. It also means a manner or way of doing something ('in a similar fashion'). 'Fashionable' means currently popular or stylish. 'Out of fashion' means no longer popular.
Examples
- She always keeps up with the latest fashion. 她总是紧跟最新时尚。Ella siempre se mantiene al día con la última moda.彼女はいつも最新のファッションについていっている。그녀는 항상 최신 패션을 따라간다.
- He completed the task in a professional fashion. 他以专业的方式完成了任务。Él completó la tarea de manera profesional.彼は専門的なやり方でタスクを完了した。그는 전문적인 방식으로 그 업무를 완료했다.
- Wide-leg trousers are back in fashion. 阔腿裤又流行起来了。Los pantalones de pierna ancha están de moda otra vez.ワイドレッグパンツがまた流行っている。와이드 레그 바지가 다시 유행하고 있다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'façon' meaning 'making' or 'manner', from Latin 'factio' (a making, a doing), from 'facere' (to make). Related to 'faction', 'factory', and 'fact'. The clothing sense dates from the 15th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Story & Trivia
'Fashion' comes from Latin 'factio' meaning 'a making or doing.' It entered English via Old French 'façon' meaning 'manner, way.' The clothing sense developed in the 16th century, when wealthy Europeans began changing styles regularly to display their status and sophistication.
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