headdresses

IPA/ˈhed.dres/
KK[hˈɛddrˌɛsəz]IPA/ˈhed.dres/

headdresses — noun

  • headdressessingular
  • headdressesesplural

1. decorative items worn on the head, especially as part of traditional dress, cere

1.名詞B2
釋義

decorative items worn on the head, especially as part of traditional dress, ceremonies, dance, or costume.

例句

Dancers wore bright feathered headdresses during the parade in Oaxaca.

wear + headdresses in a festival setting

The museum keeps ceremonial headdresses in a cool, dark glass case.

ceremonial headdresses in a museum display

同義詞
  • headpieces

    a broad word for decorative things worn on the head, often in formal or stage settings

  • headgear

    broader term that also includes practical protective items such as helmets

  • crowns

    narrower word for royal or ceremonial rings worn on the head

文法句型

wear + headdresses

ceremonial/feathered/woven + headdresses

headdresses from [place/culture]

用法筆記

Usually used for more than one item. Use the singular form headdress for one item, and use this plural most often in contexts such as traditional clothing, ceremonies, performances, or costumes rather than ordinary hats.

常見錯誤

❌The dancer wore beautiful headdresses on her head.
✅The dancer wore a beautiful headdress on her head.
💡Use the singular form when one item is worn.
❌These headdresses was made for the spring festival.
✅These headdresses were made for the spring festival.
💡The plural noun takes a plural verb.