Translation of Romanian word "costum" to English
costum
/ko.stum/
Meaning
NounA set of clothes to be worn together, now especially a man's matching jacket and trousers (also business suit or lounge suit), or a similar outfit for a woman.
How to use
The noun "costum" has two main meanings: 1. A suit, typically a business suit (e.g., "costum de afaceri"). 2. A costume, for a play, party, or traditional attire (e.g., "costum popular"). It is a masculine noun. Context is crucial to distinguish between these meanings. The plural form is "costume".
🇬🇧 English
suit
Example
În biroul meu, există un costum pentru ziua de lucru.
In my office, there is a business suit for the working day.
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- costum de afaceri— business suit
- costum popular— traditional costume
- a purta un costum— to wear a suit/costume
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What does the Romanian word "costum" mean?▼
The Romanian word "costum" means "suit" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Să discutăm despre cuvântul costum." (which translates as "In my office, there is a business suit for the working day.").
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