bespoke
3 synonyms for bespoke, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Made specifically to a customer's own requirements, especially clothing.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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bespoken
How to use bespoke
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bespoke suit
bespoke software
bespoke tailoring
Etymology
Grew out of "bespeak," meaning to arrange or order something in advance — so a bespoke suit was, historically, one "spoken for" ahead of time.
Full origin of bespoke →Frequently asked questions
What does “bespoke” mean?
The word “bespoke” means made specifically to a customer's own requirements, especially clothing. In plain terms, custom-made for one specific person or purpose, rather than off-the-shelf.
How do you pronounce “bespoke”?
“Bespoke” is pronounced bih-SPOHK (/bɪˈspəʊk/ in IPA).
How do you use “bespoke” in a sentence?
Here is “bespoke” used in a sentence: “He had a bespoke suit tailored for the wedding.”
What part of speech is “bespoke”?
“Bespoke” is an adjective.
