短裤

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Meaning and Usage

The word 短裤 (duǎnkù) specifically refers to shorts, a type of pants that are short in length, typically worn in warm weather. It is a common clothing item in casual and sports contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 运动短裤 (yùndòng duǎnkù): sports shorts, used for exercise or athletic activities.
  • 夏天短裤 (xiàtiān duǎnkù): summer shorts, emphasizing seasonal wear.
  • 短裤 (niúzǎi duǎnkù): denim shorts, a popular casual style.

Usage Notes

When using 短裤, it usually implies casual or sporty attire rather than formal wear. It is often paired with words indicating activity or season. Avoid confusing 短裤 with 裤子 (kùzi), which means pants or trousers in general and can be long or short.

Register and Tone

This word is neutral and commonly used in everyday conversation. It is appropriate in informal and semi-formal contexts but rarely appears in formal writing unless describing clothing.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 短裤 with (duǎnqún), which means shorts' counterpart for skirts (short skirts). 短裤 always refers to pants, not skirts.

Example Sentences

I like to wear shorts in summer because they are very cool.

He bought a new pair of sports shorts to get ready for running.

At the beach, wearing shorts and sandals is very common.