Knowing the names of clothes in English and Urdu is essential for anyone looking to expand their vocabulary. Clothing is an everyday part of life, and understanding the names of different garments in both languages can help you in daily conversations, shopping, or while traveling. Whether you’re talking about a shirt, coat, or shawl, these common clothing terms will come in handy. By learning the names of clothes, you’ll make your interactions smoother and feel more confident in various situations.
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Names of Clothes in English
Upper Body Clothing:
These are clothes typically worn on the upper part of the body. Items include shirts, jackets, sweaters, and accessories like scarves and ties.
- Vest – بنیان – Bunyan
- Shirt – قمیض – Kameez
- Jacket – پوستین – Posteen
- Overcoat – اور کوٹ – Overcoat
- Pullover – سویٹر – Sweater
- Tunic – انگرھا – Anrakha
- Frock – فراک – Frock
- Gown – چغہ – Chooga
- Waist-Coat – واسکٹ – Waskit
- T-shirt – ٹی شرٹ – T-shirt
- Bodice – بوڈس – Angiya
- Bra – چولی – چھاتی بند – Choli – Chati Band
- Sweater – سویٹر – Sweater
- Uniform – وردی – Wardi
- Swimming Costume – تیراکی کا لباس – Teraki Libaas
- Shawl – شال – Shaal
- Scarf – دوپٹہ – Dopatta
- Tie – نکٹائی – Nektie
- Collar – گلوبند – Gluband
- Muffler – گلوبند – Gluband
Lower Body Clothing:
These garments are worn on the lower half of the body, including pants, skirts, salwar, and trousers, providing a variety of traditional and modern styles.
- Lungi – تہہ بند – Tahband
- Salwar – شلوار – Shalwar
- Pants – پتلون – Patloon
- Trousers – پاجامہ – Pjama
- Shorts – نیکر – Neekar
- Half Pant – نیکر – Neekar
- Long Skirt – لمبی اسکرٹ – Lambi Askirt
- Skirt – دامن – Daman
Headwear:
Headwear includes items worn on the head for protection, fashion, or cultural significance, such as turbans, caps, and veils.
- Turban – پگڑی – Pagri
- Cap – ٹوپی – Topi
- Hat – ہیٹ – Hat
- Veil – حجاب – Hijab
Footwear:
Footwear refers to items worn on the feet like shoes, socks, and stockings, which provide both protection and style.
- Shoe – جوتا – Joota
- Socks – جرابیں – Jurabien
- Stocking – موزہ – Moza
Accessories:
These are additional items worn to complement clothing, such as belts, gloves, handkerchiefs, and ribbons, adding utility or style to an outfit.
- Handkerchief – رومال – Romaal
- Belt – کمر بند – Kamarband
- Gloves – دستانے – Dastanay
- Laces – ڈوری – فیتہ – Dori – Feeta
- Elastic Band – الاسٹک بینڈ – Elastic Band
- Ribbon – فیتہ – Fitta
- Button – بٹن – Button
Household & Miscellaneous Clothing:
These items, like blankets, quilts, towels, and cushions, are related to home textiles or serve as multi-purpose clothing items.
- Blanket – کمبل – Kambal
- Cloak – چغہ – Chooga
- Cushion – گدا – Gaddha
- Towel – تولیہ – Toliya
- Quilt – رضائی – Rzaai
- Patch – پیوند – Pewand
- Muslin – ململ – Malmal
- Cotton – سوتی – Sooti
- Calico – لٹھا – Lattha
- Satin – ساٹن – Satin
- Flannel – نرم اونی کپڑا – Narm Oni Kapra
- Velvet – مخمل – شنیل – Makhmal – Shaneel
- Linen – کتان کا باریک کپڑا – Kataan ka Bareek Kapra
- Oil-Cloth – تیل کا لباس – Tail ka Libaas
- Darning – رفوگری – Rafoo Garee
- Long Cloth – لمبا کپڑا – Lamba Kapra
- Cloth – کپڑا – Kapra
- Weeds – ماتمی لباس – Matmi Labas
- Clothing Store – کپڑوں کی دوکان – Kapron ki Dokan
Special Fabrics:
Fabrics like silk, wool, and brocade are used in making clothes, each offering different textures and qualities for various types of garments.
- Silk – ریشم – Resham
- Yarn – سوت – Soot
- Wool – اون – Oon
- Brocade – کمخواب – Kamkhwab
- Twist – ستلی – Satli
Other Clothing Items:
This includes jeans, raincoats, nightwear, and other specific clothing types used for casual, protective, or nighttime wear.
- Jeans – جینز – Jeans
- Raincoat – برساتی – Barsati
- Sweat-Suit – ٹریک سوٹ – Track Suit
- Nightie – نائٹی – رات کا لباس – Rat ka Libaas
- Penti – پینٹی – عورتوں کے زیر جامے – Penti – Aurton ke Zare Jame
- Hosiery – لمبے موزے – Lambay Moze
- Bodice – عورتوں کی چھاتی ڈھانپنے والی – Aurton ki Chati Danpne Wali
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