Definition of Shirt
Quick Meaning of Shirt
A piece of clothing for the upper body, usually with sleeves.
Detailed Definition of Shirt
A piece of clothing worn on the upper body, typically with sleeves and buttons or a zipper.
How to Pronounce Shirt
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Sounds like 'shert' with schwa sound /ʃɜːrt/. Two sounds: /ʃ/ + /ɜːrt/.
Origin and Etymology of Shirt
From Old English scyrte, from Germanic root meaning 'short'.
How to Use Shirt in a Sentence
Each example shows “shirt” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“He wore a blue shirt to the office.”
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“She bought a white cotton shirt on sale.”
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“The formal dinner required a dress shirt and tie.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Shirt
Common Synonyms for Shirt
Smart Synonyms for Shirt — When to Use Each
- top
- casual general term for upper body clothing
- blouse
- more formal or feminine style shirt
- tunic
- longer loose-fitting shirt style
- garment
- formal word for any piece of clothing
Common Collocations with Shirt
These phrases pair with “shirt” in everyday English:
- dress shirt
- t-shirt
- polo shirt
- button-down shirt
- wear a shirt
Common Mistakes When Using Shirt
Even fluent speakers slip up with “shirt”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: He put on the shirt on.
- ✓ Correct: He put on the shirt.
- Why: Don't repeat 'on' after 'put on'; it's a phrasal verb.
- ✗ Wrong: She wear a shirt.
- ✓ Correct: She wears a shirt.
- Why: Third-person singular present needs -s: 'wears', not 'wear'.
Words Confused With Shirt
- Shirt vs Blouse: Blouse is more formal and typically feminine; shirt is general everyday wear.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shirt
What is the meaning of "Shirt"?
A piece of clothing for the upper body, usually with sleeves.
How do you pronounce "Shirt"?
The IPA is /ʃɜːrt/. Sounds like 'shert' with schwa sound /ʃɜːrt/. Two sounds: /ʃ/ + /ɜːrt/.
What part of speech is "Shirt"?
"Shirt" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Shirt"?
Common synonyms include top, garment, blouse.
How do you use "Shirt" in a sentence?
For example: "He wore a blue shirt to the office."