礼服

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Meaning and Usage

"礼服" (lǐfú) refers to formal clothing or ceremonial dress typically worn at important events such as weddings, banquets, or official ceremonies. It often implies a suit, tuxedo, or traditional formal wear depending on the context.

Common Contexts

People use "礼服" when talking about dressing appropriately for formal occasions. For example, at weddings, the bride and groom may wear traditional 礼服, while at a formal dinner, men might wear a black 礼服 (tuxedo).

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

礼服 is more formal and specific than just 衣服 (clothes). It is used exclusively for special occasions requiring a dress code. Avoid confusing 礼服 with 制服 (uniform) or 便 (casual clothes).

Example Sentences

He wore a black formal suit to attend the banquet.

At the wedding, both the groom and bride wore traditional formal attire.

Wearing formal attire is basic etiquette when attending formal occasions.