neckties
IPA/ˈnek.taɪ/
KK[nˈɛktˌaɪz]IPA/ˈnek.taɪ/
neckties — noun
- necktiessingular
- necktiesesplural
1. A narrow piece of coloured cloth that a person wears around the collar of a form
1.名詞C2
釋義
A narrow piece of coloured cloth that a person wears around the collar of a formal shirt, fastening it with a knot that sits at the front of the neck.
例句
Felix straightened his necktie before walking into the interview room.
collocation: straighten + necktie
The store sells silk neckties in many bright colours and patterns.
collocation: silk neckties
Eli's mother taught him how to tie a necktie with a neat knot.
Neckties are often worn with formal shirts at weddings and business meetings.
Putri chose a dark blue necktie to match her new business suit.
同義詞
- tie
Much more frequent in everyday use; necktie is more formal or explanatory
文法句型
countable noun
用法筆記
Also shortened to tie, which is far more common in everyday speech. Necktie is slightly more formal or descriptive.
常見錯誤
❌I need to buy a new necktie for the party — a bow necktie.
✅I need to buy a new necktie for the party
💡a bow tie.' — A bow tie is a different style; the word necktie usually refers to a long straight tie rather than a bow-shaped one.