tailored
/ˈteɪləd/ (bre, ipa) · [tˈelɚd] /ˈteɪlərd/ (ame, ipa) · [tˈelɚd] /ˈtā-lərd How to pronounce tailored (audio)/ (ame, mw)
tailored — adjective
- tailoredpositive
- more tailoredcomparative
- most tailoredsuperlative
1. describes clothing that is cut and sewn to follow the natural shape of the body,
describes clothing that is cut and sewn to follow the natural shape of the body, rather than hanging loosely or in a baggy way.
Shirin wore a tailored black blazer that made her look very professional.
tailored + clothing item (blazer)
The suit was beautifully tailored, with narrow sleeves and a fitted waist.
passive: was beautifully tailored
For the wedding, Felix chose a tailored linen jacket in a light grey colour.
A tailored dress usually looks more elegant than something off-the-rack.
These tailored trousers are narrower at the ankle than at the knee.
- loose-fitting
describes clothing that does not follow the body's shape
- baggy
informal; describes clothing that is intentionally very loose
用法筆記
Often used to describe suits, jackets, trousers, and dresses — garments where the cut matters for the overall appearance. The opposite would be 'loose-fitting' or 'baggy'.
常見錯誤
2. describes clothing that a tailor makes to fit the exact body measurements of the
describes clothing that a tailor makes to fit the exact body measurements of the person who ordered it, instead of being produced in standard sizes.
Nikhil had his wedding suit tailored by a master tailor in Hong Kong.
have + object + tailored (causative structure)
A tailored shirt costs more than a ready-made one, but the fit is much better.
comparison: tailored vs ready-made
Talia ordered a tailored overcoat because she could not find one that fit her shoulders properly.
All the uniforms at the hotel are tailored for each staff member individually.
Unlike standard sizes, a tailored garment accounts for differences in arm length and waist shape.
- made-to-measure
exactly the same meaning; more transparent for learners
- custom-made
broader — can describe anything made to order, not just clothes
- bespoke
formal; especially British; implies high-quality handmade tailoring
- ready-made
produced in standard sizes for anyone to buy off the rack
- off-the-peg
British; same as ready-made
用法筆記
This sense emphasises the custom-making process. The phrase 'have something tailored' (causative have + past participle) is a common pattern.
常見錯誤
3. describes something that has been carefully designed, adjusted, or changed to fi
describes something that has been carefully designed, adjusted, or changed to fit the needs of a particular person, group, or situation — for example, a course of study for a student with specific goals, or a financial plan for a client's income level.
The training programme was tailored to the needs of each new employee.
tailored to [noun phrase] — purpose/recipient
We offer a tailored retirement plan for clients over the age of fifty.
Elena's doctor gave her a tailored treatment plan designed for her specific condition.
This software provides tailored recommendations based on what users have bought before.
The university offers a tailored study route for international students who need extra language support.
- customised
very close in meaning; slightly less formal and more common in technology
- bespoke
borrowed from tailoring; now used for any highly personalised service or product
- personalised
focuses on adapting to an individual's preferences rather than needs
- standardised
made uniform for everyone, without individual adjustment
- generic
not adapted to any specific situation or user
文法句型
tailored to [noun phrase]
tailored for [noun phrase]
用法筆記
Common in business, education, technology, and healthcare contexts. The preposition 'to' introduces the need or person being fitted (tailored to your needs), while 'for' introduces the beneficiary (tailored for beginners).