服饰的英文单词是 "apparel" 或 "clothing"。这两个词都可以用来描述人们穿在身上的物品，包括衣服、鞋子、帽子等。Apparel 一词更常用于时尚和商业领域，而 clothing 是一个更通用的术语。
Understanding the English Terms for Upper Garments
When referring to upper garments in English, several terms are commonly used, including "Tops," "Coat," and "Jacket." These terms encompass a variety of clothing items worn on the upper body. The term "upper garment" itself has multiple meanings, ranging from outerwear to any clothing worn on the upper part of the body. It also includes specific categories such as student uniforms, military casual wear, jackets, two-piece shirts, and T-shirts, as well as traditional outer garments.
The history of upper garments in China dates back to the Shang Dynasty, with the evolution of various styles such as the ru, shirt, padded jacket, and vest. The flat silhouette and unique features like collars, lapels, and buttons have influenced the attire of Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, and other Southeast Asian countries.
Classification of upper garments includes:
- Jacket: A light outer garment suitable for all ages and genders, characterized by a gathered hem and cuffs, with diverse styles.
- Two-piece shirt: A versatile outer garment for men and women with a convertible collar, no back seam, and a straight waistline. It became popular among Chinese middle-aged and elderly women in the 1950s.
- Cardigan: A decorative outer garment for men during the autumn and winter seasons, featuring a slightly longer length, straight front opening, and wide cuffs and hem.
Other English terms for clothing items include:
- Sweater: A knitted garment typically worn on the upper body.
- Jacket: A term that can refer to both a casual or formal outer garment.
- Suit: A set of garments made from the same cloth, typically including a jacket and trousers.
- Shirt: A garment with a collar, sleeves, and buttons down the front, typically worn on the upper body.
- Jeans: Casual trousers made from denim.
Additional clothing-related vocabulary includes:
- Clothes: The general term for garments worn by people.
- Suit: A matching set of outer garments, often consisting of a jacket and trousers.
- Dress: A one-piece garment for women that covers the upper and lower body.
- Uniform: A set of clothes worn by members of an organization while engaging in that organization's activities.
- Coat: An outer garment worn for warmth or protection against the weather.
- Jacket: A short outer garment that can be worn over other clothes.
- Muffler: A long scarf worn around the neck for warmth.
- Pocket: A small bag sewn into the clothing to carry small items.
- Sweater: A knitted garment, often worn for warmth.
- Blouse: A fitted garment worn by women, often with a collar and sleeves.
- T-shirt: A short-sleeved, round-necked garment, typically made of cotton.
- Trousers: Garments covering the body from the waist to the ankles.
- Jeans: A type of trousers made from denim.
- Short trousers: Trousers that are shorter than regular length, typically ending at or above the knee.
- Belt: A loop of material worn around the waist to hold up trousers.
