Loose - translation, pronunciation and examples
loose
not tight
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Этот свитер слишком свободный в плечах, поэтому рукава висят неровно.
Блузка кажется свободной сзади; возможно, я подколю её для лучшей посадки.
loose usage examples
Этот свитер слишком свободный в плечах, поэтому рукава висят неровно.
This sweater is loose on the shoulders, so the sleeves hang awkwardly.
Блузка кажется свободной сзади; возможно, я подколю её для лучшей посадки.
The blouse feels loose at the back; I might pin it for a better fit.
Similar words
general term: not tight, allows space
specifically describes a garment cut to fit loosely
has extra space inside; comfortable
wide in width; emphasizes breadth rather than overall looseness
very loose, often shapeless; informal
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loose synonyms
What's the difference between loose / loose-fitting / roomy / wide / baggy / free
general term: not tight, allows space
This shirt is loose around the waist.
Эта рубашка свободна в талии.
She prefers loose-fitting tops in summer.
Она предпочитает топы свободного кроя летом.
has extra space inside; comfortable
The coat is roomy enough to wear a sweater underneath.
Пальто достаточно просторное, чтобы надеть под него свитер.
These wide-leg trousers are very comfortable.
Эти брюки с широкой штаниной очень удобны.
very loose, often shapeless; informal
Those baggy jeans were popular in the '90s.
Эти мешковатые джинсы были популярны в 90-е.
The dress felt free and easy to move in.
Платье казалось свободным и не стесняло движений.
Try the relaxed-fit jeans for a casual look.
Попробуйте джинсы relaxed fit для повседневного образа.
She wore an oversized sweater with skinny jeans.
Она надела оверсайз-свитер с узкими джинсами.
soft, drooping silhouette; casual and relaxed
He chose a slouchy cardigan for a relaxed look.
Он выбрал распущенный кардиган для расслабленного образа.
light, drapey fabric that moves; more about fabric than fit
A flowy dress is perfect for a summer day.
Лёгкое струящееся платье идеально подойдёт для летнего дня.
The jacket has a generous fit for layering.
У пиджака свободная посадка с небольшим запасом для многослойности.
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How to pronounce loose and what this word means
loose translation: свободный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce loose
/ˈluːs/
loose translation
свободный
loose examples
This sweater is loose on the shoulders, so the sleeves hang awkwardly.
loose transcription
/ˈluːs/, /luːs/
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Questions about this word
loose meaning: what does it mean?
not tight
loose pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
loose is pronounced as /ˈluːs/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
loose definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
This sweater is loose on the shoulders, so the sleeves hang awkwardly. Translation: Этот свитер слишком свободный в плечах, поэтому рукава висят неровно.
Is loose part of Adjectives vocabulary?
Yes, loose (свободный) can be learned in the Adjectives topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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