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I had seen the photographs of Harlem in its glory days, stylish men in bespoke suits, women so well dressed that they'd put the models in 'Vogue' to shame. I knew that Harlemites loved to dance, to pray, and to eat.
Marcus Samuelsson

Meaning of "bespoke" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BESPOKE

bespoke  [bɪˈspəʊk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BESPOKE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Bespoke is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES BESPOKE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Bespoke

Bespoke is an adjective for anything commissioned to a particular specification. "Custom-made", "made to order", "made to measure" and sometimes "hand-made" are near-synonyms. "Off-the-shelf" and in clothing "ready-to-wear" are the opposites. Modding is a slang related term, mostly used to refer to personalization after manufacture. The word bespoke is derived from the verb to bespeak, to "speak for something", in the specialised meaning "to give order for it to be made" or commission, first cited from 1583 by the OED, with the adjective in its alternative form "bespoken" first quoted from 1607 in this sense. The term is generally more prevalent in British English than American English, which tends to use "custom" instead, as in custom car, custom motorcycle etc. Specific uses include: ▪ Bespoke medicine - a movement to better fit treatment to the individual patient ▪ Bespoke software - software written to the specific requirement of a customer ▪ Bespoke tailoring - men's clothing made to the individual measurements of the customer...

Definition of bespoke in the English dictionary

The definition of bespoke in the dictionary is made to the customer's specifications. Other definition of bespoke is making or selling such clothing, websites, etc.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BESPOKE


broke
brəʊk
coke
kəʊk
cowpoke
ˈkaʊpəʊk
folk
fəʊk
hon.
həʊk
joke
dʒəʊk
mopoke
ˈməʊˌpəʊk
oak
əʊk
oke
əʊk
poake
pəʊk
poke
pəʊk
Polk
pəʊk
slowpoke
ˈsləʊˌpəʊk
smoke
sməʊk
soak
səʊk
Soc.
səʊk
spoke
spəʊk
stroke
strəʊk
toque
təʊk
unbespoke
ˌʌnbɪˈspəʊk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BESPOKE

besottedness
besought
besouled
bespangle
bespangled
bespatter
bespeak
bespeckle
bespectacled
bespice
bespit
bespoken
besport
bespot
bespottedness
bespouse
bespout
bespread
besprent
besprinkle

WORDS THAT END LIKE BESPOKE

a pig in a poke
bloke
Brooke
choke
Cooke
evoke
forespoke
forspoke
go up in smoke
hoke
hub-and-spoke
invoke
karaoke
Pembroke
Sherbrooke
the Big Smoke
the Smoke
unspoke
woke
yoke

Synonyms and antonyms of bespoke in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «BESPOKE»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «bespoke» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of bespoke

Translation of «bespoke» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BESPOKE

Find out the translation of bespoke to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of bespoke from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «bespoke» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

定制
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

a medida
570 millions of speakers

English

bespoke
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

पहले से शर्त
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مفصل
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

заказ
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

bespoke
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ফরমাশী
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

fait sur mesure
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Lebih dahulu
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

maßgeschneiderte
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

オーダーメイドの
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

맞춤
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Bespoke
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

bespoke
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

புகழ்பெற்ற
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ऑस्करॉक
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

ısmarlama
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

fatto su misura
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

na zamówienie
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

замовлення
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

bespoke
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κατά παραγγελία
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

maat
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

omvittnad
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

skreddersydd
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of bespoke

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BESPOKE»

The term «bespoke» is very widely used and occupies the 17.779 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BESPOKE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about bespoke

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2 QUOTES WITH «BESPOKE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word bespoke.
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Lapo Elkann
Tailor Made will help Ferrari's clients tailor their cars in a very personal, specific way. It's a bespoke service, like visiting Huntsman or Anderson & Sheppard or whoever your favourite Savile Row tailor is.
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Marcus Samuelsson
I had seen the photographs of Harlem in its glory days, stylish men in bespoke suits, women so well dressed that they'd put the models in 'Vogue' to shame. I knew that Harlemites loved to dance, to pray, and to eat.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BESPOKE»

Discover the use of bespoke in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to bespoke and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Manufacturing the Bespoke: Making and Prototyping Architecture
At a time where roles, methods and capabilities within the disciplines of building production are in unprecedented flux, this book: Provides a unique and highly current treatment on the subject of fabrication in architecture with its ...
Bob Sheil, 2012
2
Fuck Yeah Menswear: Bespoke Knowledge for the Crispy Gentleman
Don’t sleep. Read Fuck Yeah Menswear. Refer to it. Cite it in your dissertation. Owning this book sends a very clear message to your peers, coworkers, and loved ones: “I’m trill as fuck.”
Kevin Burrows, Lawrence Schlossman, 2012
3
Bespoke Bicycles: A Passionate Pursuit
A unique study of the names and bikes of the world's most famous, innovative and legendary makers of contemporary bespoke bicycles.
Christine Elliott, David Jablonka, 2009
4
The London Cut. Savile Row. Bespoke Tailoring. Catalogo ...
Featuring full-colour illustrations, this title tells the fascinating story of Savile Row - the undisputed centre of male 'haute couture' for more than 200 years.
James Sherwood, 2007
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Bespoke: The Men's Style of Savile Row
Originially published as: Savile Row. London: Thames & Hudson, 2010.
James Sherwood, 2010
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Bespoke: Savile Row Ripped and Smoothed
This is the true-life story of a boy who quit school to become an apprentice on Savile Row, home to London's most venerable tailors, and wound up owning his own shop on the world-famous 'Golden Mile', where he hand-cuts exquisite suits for ...
Richard Anderson, 2009
7
The New Bespoke: Couture- Inspired Rooms
An original presentation of the work of interior designer Frank Roop as it relates to his experience in the world of fashion. Roop provides exciting lessons in designing custom, liveable and modern interiors.
Frank Roop, 2011
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Bespoke: Source Book of Furniture Designer Makers
Supplies the designs and contact details of 150 leading furniture makers.
Betty Norbury, 2008
9
Bespoke: The Handbuilt Bicycle
Bespoke offers a rich and intimate view of objects that sit squarely at the intersection of art, design, craft and performance.
‎2010
10
Bespoke: Furniture from 101 International Artists
This is substantial furniture that provides a satisfying visual and tactile impact. The experienced artisans who produce these useful works of art add handcrafted beauty to every piece.
E. Ashley Rooney, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BESPOKE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term bespoke is used in the context of the following news items.
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Princess Charlotte's christening pram inspires Harrods bespoke
The Silver Cross Balmoral Bespoke, launched at Harrod's last week, allows parents to choose colours and features including an engraved ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
2
Diageo focuses on distillery portfolio for bespoke whisky experience
Spirits distributor Diageo is emphasizing the distilling process of its Royal Lochnagar Scotch whisky through a yearlong educational program. «Luxury Daily, Jul 15»
3
David Adjaye will design new bespoke Studio Museum in Harlem
Since opening in 1968, the Studio Museum in Harlem has had to make do with difficult homes. Originally operating out of a rented loft, the museum moved into a ... «Archinect, Jul 15»
4
Bespoke couture at ARMADIO
Fashion's ongoing love affair with floral prints continues through Eid this year. Armadio transforms these blooms in soft pastel colours as well as ... «The Daily Star, Jul 15»
5
Pippa Middleton Wears Bespoke Emilia Wickstead Dress To …
The bespoke coatdress featured a high neck with pocket detailing and long sleeves. She paired the retro-inspired dress with an ivory Jane ... «International Business Times, Jul 15»
6
The Punt: Bespoke fulfilment all the rage
The M50 Webstore was selected by Moocall for its flexible, bespoke approach to fulfilment," the press release reads in a language that appears ... «Irish Independent, Jul 15»
7
Falkirk cycle trails getting a Bespoke new route
Bespoke Community Development Company is in the process of laying the foundations for the new 450-metre Red Trail route which will ... «Falkirk Herald, Jul 15»
8
Family-run Rugeley firm makes bespoke trophies for Formula E …
FAMILY-RUN Partumis Metal, a bespoke metal fabricator in Rugeley, has been awarded a contract to manufacture bespoke trophies for ... «Staff Newsletter, Jul 15»
9
Jeep & Garage Italia Customs unveil bespoke Renegades for the …
The crossovers have also been equipped with a bespoke interior that has premium leather upholstery and black denim accents. There's also ... «WorldCarFans.com, Jul 15»
10
Cheshire Bespoke rescued out of liquidation
The assets of bespoke tailoring business Cheshire Bespoke and London menswear store Lutwyche have been sold to its founder Tony ... «Drapers, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Bespoke [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/bespoke>. Apr 2024 ».
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