Definitions
- 1. Chinese-style dress
- 2. cheongsam
- 3. qipao; cheongsam dress
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Word relationships
Related words
4 itemsTang suit (traditional Chinese jacket)
Both are traditional Chinese garments, but 旗袍 is a fitted one-piece dress, while 唐装 is a jacket-style outfit.
long gown
Long gown often for men; shares traditional Chinese dress context with 旗袍.
traditional Han Chinese dress
Han ethnic traditional clothing; another category of traditional Chinese attire.
skirt
General word for dress or skirt; 旗袍 is a specific type.
Usage notes
Common mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 旗袍 with 唐装; 旗袍 is a one-piece dress, while 唐装 typically consists of a jacket and pants.
Cultural notes
旗袍 was originally a Manchu garment and evolved into a modern Shanghai style in the 1920s, symbolizing Chinese feminine elegance.
Example Sentences
2 shown她穿着红色 旗袍 去参加聚会。
我想定做一件 旗袍 。
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