word
French
haute couture
OHT koo-TYOOR
oʊt kuːˈtjʊərListen
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Syllable breakdown
hautecouture
Sounds like
Say 'OHT koo-TYOOR'.
Dictionary meaning
High-end bespoke fashion created by leading fashion houses, made to measure for individual clients.
History and origin
French — 'haute' (high) + 'couture' (sewing, dressmaking).
Examples
- The Paris fashion weeks are the global showcase for haute couture collections.
Common mispronunciations
HAWT KOO-tyoorHOT koo-CHOOR
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