Clothing talk vocabulary to describe, buy, and discuss clothes confidently in English.
Welcome to Clothing Talk, where you'll learn the essential English vocabulary to describe what people wear, shop for clothes, and chat about fashion with confidence. This guide covers everything from naming common clothing items to talking about sizes and styles, plus how to describe colors and patterns. Let's get started!
Common Clothing Items
These are the basic clothing words you’ll use every day. They cover everything from tops and bottoms to outerwear and underwear.
| English Singular | English Plural | Example | Example (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-shirt | T-shirts | I’m wearing a white T-shirt. | Estoy usando una camiseta blanca. |
| Shirt | Shirts | He bought a new shirt. | Él compró una camisa nueva. |
| Jeans | Jeans | She wears jeans on weekends. | Ella usa jeans los fines de semana. |
| Dress | Dresses | This dress is very elegant. | Este vestido es muy elegante. |
| Skirt | Skirts | I like short skirts. | Me gustan las faldas cortas. |
| Jacket | Jackets | Take a jacket; it’s cold outside. | Lleva una chaqueta; hace frío afuera. |
| Sweater | Sweaters | He put on a warm sweater. | Él se puso un suéter abrigado. |
| Shorts | Shorts | I wear shorts in summer. | Uso pantalones cortos en verano. |
| Shoes | Shoes | Where are my shoes? | ¿Dónde están mis zapatos? |
| Hat | Hats | She’s wearing a blue hat. | Ella lleva un sombrero azul. |
Clothing Sizes and Fit
Use this vocabulary to talk about sizes, how clothes fit, and trying things on.
| English Singular | English Plural | Example | Example (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Sizes | What size do you wear? | ¿Qué talla usas? |
| Small | (no plural) | This shirt is too small. | Esta camisa es demasiado pequeña. |
| Medium | (no plural) | I need a medium size. | Necesito una talla mediana. |
| Large | (no plural) | They have large and small. | Tienen talla grande y pequeña. |
| Fit | Fits | This dress fits perfectly. | Este vestido queda perfecto. |
| Loose | (no plural) | I like loose sweaters. | Me gustan los suéteres sueltos. |
| Tight | (no plural) | These pants are too tight. | Estos pantalones están demasiado ajustados. |
| Try on | (phrase) | Can I try on this jacket? | ¿Puedo probarme esta chaqueta? |
| Change room | (no plural) | Where is the change room? | ¿Dónde está el probador? |
| Return | (no plural) | I want to return this shirt. | Quiero devolver esta camisa. |
¿Puedo ___ esta chaqueta?
What does 'try on' mean in shopping?
try on
'Try on' means to put clothing on to see if it fits before buying. 'Buy' is to purchase, 'return' is to give back, and 'exchange' is to swap items.
Colors and Patterns
Now you can describe clothes by their colors and patterns to be more specific.
| English Singular | English Plural | Example | Example (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | (no plural) | She has a red dress. | Ella tiene un vestido rojo. |
| Blue | (no plural) | I bought blue jeans. | Compré jeans azules. |
| Black | (no plural) | He’s wearing black shoes. | Él lleva zapatos negros. |
| White | (no plural) | I need a white shirt. | Necesito una camisa blanca. |
| Striped | (no plural) | She wore a striped shirt. | Ella llevó una camisa a rayas. |
| Polka-dot | (no plural) | I love polka-dot skirts. | Me encantan las faldas de lunares. |
| Checked | (no plural) | He wore a checked jacket. | Él usó una chaqueta a cuadros. |
| Solid | (no plural) | Choose a solid color. | Elige un color sólido. |
| Floral | (no plural) | This dress has a floral print. | Este vestido tiene estampado floral. |
| Pattern | Patterns | What patterns do you like? | ¿Qué patrones te gustan? |
Accessories
Here are the common accessories people wear to complete their outfits.
| English Singular | English Plural | Example | Example (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watch | Watches | He has a gold watch. | Él tiene un reloj de oro. |
| Necklace | Necklaces | She wears a silver necklace. | Ella lleva un collar de plata. |
| Ring | Rings | I lost my ring. | Perdí mi anillo. |
| Bracelet | Bracelets | She bought a new bracelet. | Ella compró una pulsera nueva. |
| Belt | Belts | I need a black belt. | Necesito un cinturón negro. |
| Sunglasses | Sunglasses | Don’t forget your sunglasses. | No olvides tus gafas de sol. |
| Scarf | Scarves | It’s cold; wear a scarf. | Hace frío; usa una bufanda. |
| Gloves | Gloves | I bought leather gloves. | Compré guantes de cuero. |
| Bag | Bags | She has a large bag. | Ella tiene un bolso grande. |
| Hat | Hats | He’s wearing a baseball hat. | Él lleva una gorra de béisbol. |
Talking About Shopping
Use these phrases and vocabulary to navigate stores, ask questions, and complete purchases.
| English Singular | English Plural | Example | Example (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Prices | What’s the price of this jacket? | ¿Cuál es el precio de esta chaqueta? |
| Sale | Sales | There’s a sale on shoes. | Hay una venta de zapatos. |
| Discount | Discounts | Do you have any discounts? | ¿Tienen algún descuento? |
| Receipt | Receipts | Keep your receipt. | Guarda tu recibo. |
| Credit card | Credit cards | Can I pay with a credit card? | ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta de crédito? |
| Cash | (no plural) | I’m paying with cash. | Estoy pagando en efectivo. |
| Bag | Bags | Would you like a bag? | ¿Desea una bolsa? |
| Exchange | Exchanges | Can I exchange this? | ¿Puedo cambiar esto? |
| Customer | Customers | The customer is always right. | El cliente siempre tiene la razón. |
| Store | Stores | This store is open late. | Esta tienda cierra tarde. |
That’s the essentials of Clothing Talk! Use this vocabulary to describe what you wear, shop with confidence, and join conversations about fashion in English.
¿Cuál es el ___ de esta chaqueta?
What is the English word for 'precio'?
price
'Precio' translates to 'price,' which is the cost of an item. 'Size' is measurement, 'color' is hue, and 'sale' is a discount event.
Flashcards (1 of 50)
- Example: I’m wearing a white T-shirt.
- Example (Translated): Estoy usando una camiseta blanca.
- English Singular: T-shirt
- English Plural: T-shirts
Last updated: Thu Jun 12, 2025
