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Jeans

UK /["/dʒiːnz/"]/US /["/dʒiːnz/"]/

Definition

trousers made of denim (= a type of strong cotton)

In simple words: Trousers made of denim fabric.

Examples

  • I always **wear jeans**.
  • a **pair of** designer **jeans**
  • **skinny/baggy jeans**
  • **ripped/faded jeans**
  • a young man in jeans and a T-shirt

Usage notes

Commonly used in casual settings. 'Jeans' is appropriate for everyday conversations, but less formal in business contexts. Avoid using in formal dress codes.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'genes' – the fabric of our lives, just like how jeans are a wardrobe staple.

Collocations

  • skintight
  • stretch
  • tight
  • pair
  • pull on
  • pull up
  • pull off
  • pocket

Synonyms

  • denim pants
  • blue jeans
  • trousers
  • slacks
  • bottoms

Antonyms

  • formal trousers
  • shorts

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'jeans' with 'pants' – 'pants' can refer to any trousers, while 'jeans' specifically means denim.
  • Using 'jean' to refer to a single pair, which is not standard; 'jeans' is plural even when referring to one item.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'jeen' instead of 'jeenz'.