chiffon
Chiffon (noun) means a light, sheer, delicate fabric, often made of silk or polyester. Example: “Her dress was made of flowing pink chiffon.”
How to Use Chiffon
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA thin, see-through fabric often used for elegant dresses, scarves, and evening wear.
Word Forms
chiffons plural
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
Her dress was made of flowing pink _____.
Etymology
Borrowed from French chiffon, originally meaning "rag" or "scrap of cloth," ultimately related to the English word "chip."
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “chiffon” mean?
The word “chiffon” means a light, sheer, delicate fabric, often made of silk or polyester. In plain terms, a thin, see-through fabric often used for elegant dresses, scarves, and evening wear.
How do you pronounce “chiffon”?
“Chiffon” is pronounced shih-FAHN (/ʃɪˈfɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “chiffon” in a sentence?
Here is “chiffon” used in a sentence: “Her dress was made of flowing pink chiffon.”
What part of speech is “chiffon”?
“Chiffon” is a noun.
Where does the word “chiffon” come from?
The word “chiffon” comes from French. Borrowed from French chiffon, originally meaning "rag" or "scrap of cloth," ultimately related to the English word "chip.".