sing4 san1 kwan4成身裙
Jyutpingsing4 san1 kwan4
Yalesìhng sān kwàhn
Definition
A one-piece dress.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to a dress that is a single piece, distinguishing it from a two-piece outfit consisting of a separate top and skirt. While often used in casual conversation, it is also understood in formal retail contexts. It emphasizes the continuous nature of the garment from shoulder to hem.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
She wore a one-piece dress to the wedding banquet today.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 連身裙, which is the more standard, widely used term for a dress;成身裙 is a common colloquial variant but might sound slightly less precise in a professional fashion context.
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