穿衣服
chuān yīfu
Get dressed
穿衣服 (chuān yī fu) means to get dressed or to put on clothes. It describes the action of putting on garments.
What does 穿衣服 (chuān yīfu) mean?
穿衣服 (chuān yīfu) means “get dressed” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “wear clothes.”
When to use it
Neutral and common. It's used in everyday conversations, often when talking about daily routines or preparing to go out.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “chwahn EE foo.” The first syllable is a high, level tone, and the second is a high, level tone, while the third is a light, neutral tone.
Other ways to say it
- 换衣服huàn yīfuchange clothes
- 脱衣服tuō yīfutake off clothes
- 穿鞋chuān xiéput on shoes
Examples
快点穿衣服，我们要迟到了！
kuài diǎn chuān yīfu, wǒmen yào chídào le!
Hurry up and get dressed, we're going to be late!
他每天早上自己穿衣服。
tā měitiān zǎoshang zìjǐ chuān yīfu.
He gets dressed by himself every morning.
你喜欢穿什么衣服？
nǐ xǐhuan chuān shénme yīfu?
What kind of clothes do you like to wear?
Pro tip: The verb 穿 (chuān) means “to wear” or “to put on” and is used for clothes, shoes, socks, and accessories like hats or glasses.
Related phrases
擦擦嘴 · Wipe your mouth要上厕所吗？ · Do you need the potty穿鞋 · Put on your shoes
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