Mainstream - translation, pronunciation and examples
mainstream
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Яркие принты перешли с подиумов в массовые магазины.
Она предпочитает независимые марки массовой моде.
mainstream usage examples
Яркие принты перешли с подиумов в массовые магазины.
Bold prints moved from runway shows to mainstream stores.
Она предпочитает независимые марки массовой моде.
She prefers indie labels to mainstream fashion.
Similar words
refers to ideas, tastes or styles accepted by the majority or by mainstream culture
liked, enjoyed, or supported by many people; emphasizes popularity rather than cultural status
used to describe things intended for or involving large numbers of people; slightly more formal/focused on 'the masses'
stresses great size, scale or intensity; sometimes used to mean 'involving large numbers' but primarily means 'huge'
emphasizes conformity with established norms or usual practice rather than sheer popularity
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mainstream synonyms
What's the difference between mainstream / popular / mass / massive / conventional / established
refers to ideas, tastes or styles accepted by the majority or by mainstream culture
The band's move from underground to the mainstream changed their audience.
Переход группы из андеграунда в мейнстрим изменил её аудиторию.
liked, enjoyed, or supported by many people; emphasizes popularity rather than cultural status
That style became popular after celebrities started wearing it.
Этот стиль стал популярным после того, как его начали носить знаменитости.
used to describe things intended for or involving large numbers of people; slightly more formal/focused on 'the masses'
Mass entertainment often sacrifices challenge for accessibility.
Массовые развлечения часто жертвуют сложностью ради доступности.
stresses great size, scale or intensity; sometimes used to mean 'involving large numbers' but primarily means 'huge'
There was a massive turnout for the fashion show.
На показе мод было массовое (огромное) число зрителей.
emphasizes conformity with established norms or usual practice rather than sheer popularity
Conventional fashion tends to follow safe, established cuts.
Конвенциональная мода обычно следует безопасным, устоявшимся силуэтам.
highlights longevity, recognition or institutional acceptance rather than immediate popularity
Established designers often set mainstream trends.
Устоявшиеся дизайнеры часто задают тенденции мейнстрима.
based on long-established customs or styles; stresses continuity with the past rather than current mass appeal
Traditional styles often cycle back into mainstream popularity.
Традиционные стили часто возвращаются в мейнстрим.
indicates what is currently most common or dominant in a particular context; temporal emphasis
The prevailing trend this season favours neutral colours.
Преобладающая тенденция в этом сезоне отдаёт предпочтение нейтральным цветам.
having the greatest influence, control or prevalence in a situation; stresses power or influence rather than mere popularity
One dominant trend set the tone for the entire season.
Одна доминирующая тенденция задала тон всему сезону.
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How to pronounce mainstream and what this word means
mainstream translation: массовый. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce mainstream
/ˈmeɪnstriːm/
mainstream translation
массовый
mainstream examples
Bold prints moved from runway shows to mainstream stores.
mainstream transcription
/ˈmeɪnstriːm/, /ˈmeɪnstriːm/
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mainstream meaning: what does it mean?
for a small group
mainstream pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
mainstream is pronounced as /ˈmeɪnstriːm/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
mainstream definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Bold prints moved from runway shows to mainstream stores. Translation: Яркие принты перешли с подиумов в массовые магазины.
Is mainstream part of Fashion and Trends vocabulary?
Yes, mainstream (массовый) can be learned in the Fashion and Trends topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is mainstream part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, mainstream (массовый) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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