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Wordabulary

wear

Pronunciation
Verb A1 Beginner

Quick answer

To have clothing, jewelry, or accessories on your body.

"She always wears a scarf in the winter."

Usage notes

Compare with "put on", which describes the action of dressing, while "wear" describes the ongoing state.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "She always _____ a scarf in the winter."

Answer: wear

In your own words, what does "wear" mean?

To have clothing, jewelry, or accessories on your body.

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