quần nịt
Definition
- Noun:
- Shapewear / Control underwear: A type of undergarment, typically made from elastic, knitted fabric, designed to be worn tightly against the body to shape, smooth, or slim the figure.
- Bodysuit / Body: A one-piece, form-fitting garment that covers the torso, often fastening at the crotch, worn as underwear or as a fashion top.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Cô ấy mặc quần nịt để chiếc váy bó trông mượt mà hơn. (She wears shapewear so the tight dress looks smoother.)
- Quần nịt thể thao này rất thoải mái. (This athletic bodysuit is very comfortable.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "quần nịt" is often used in fashion and everyday contexts to refer to foundational garments that create a streamlined silhouette under clothing.
Variants and Related Words
- Đồ nịt / Đồ định hình (n): shapewear, foundation garments.
- Cửa hàng bán nhiều loại đồ nịt. (The store sells many types of shapewear.)
- Áo nịt ngực (n): a bustier or corset top.
Synonyms
- Shapewear: Undergarments designed to shape the body.
- Bodysuit: A one-piece, form-fitting garment.
- Foundation garment: A general term for shaping undergarments.
Notes on Usage
- "Quần nịt" is a common, colloquial term. In specific commercial or fashion contexts, more precise terms like "đồ định hình" (shapewear) or "bodysuit" may be used.
- It traditionally refers to waist-cinching or figure-smoothing underwear but can also describe a bodysuit worn as outerwear.