word
French
prêt-à-porter
PRAY-tah-por-TAY
ˌpreɪtɑːpɔːrˈteɪListen
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Syllable breakdown
prêtàporter
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Dictionary meaning
Designer clothing sold ready-to-wear, as opposed to custom-made haute couture.
History and origin
French — 'ready to wear'.
Examples
- Most people buy prêt-à-porter rather than commissioned pieces, but the craftsmanship remains exceptional.
Common mispronunciations
PRET-ah-por-terpray-tuh-PORT-ay
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