tailor
/ˈteɪlə/ · /ˈteɪlər/
CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #4105 in the learning path
裁缝
Definitions
n. someone who makes or alters clothes, especially suits
裁缝
v. to make or adapt something for particular needs
量身定制；使适合
Example
The tailor shortened my trousers while I waited nearby.
我在旁边等着，裁缝把我的裤子改短了。
Teachers should tailor their lessons to students' abilities rather than follow a single approach for everyone.
教师应根据学生的能力调整课程，而不是对所有人采用同一种方法。
Collocations
- tailor a suit
- tailor something to individual needs
- tailor-made clothes
Word family
- tailoring (n.)
- tailored (adj.)
- tailor-made (adj.)
Usage tip
tailor A to B表示“根据B调整或定制A”。
FAQ
- What does tailor mean?
- someone who makes or alters clothes, especially suits to make or adapt something for particular needs
- How is tailor pronounced?
- UK /ˈteɪlə/, US /ˈteɪlər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
