suits

"Suits" is a versatile word with a few common meanings. It works as both a noun (the plural of "suit") and a verb (the third-person singular of "to suit"). You'll encounter it constantly in everyday English — from talking about clothing to expressing what works well for someone.

1nounclothing set

A suit is a matching set of clothes — usually a jacket and trousers (or a skirt) made from the same fabric. People often wear suits to work, interviews, or formal events. 'Suits' is simply the plural form.

everyday language / fashion · Modern, widely used

He owns three suits, but he only wears them to important meetings.

The shop sells suits for both men and women.

She packed two suits for her business trip.

2verbto be right or convenient for someone

When something 'suits' you, it works well for you, fits your needs, or is convenient. Think of it as saying something is a good match for a person or situation.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

Does Friday suit you, or would you prefer Saturday?

Working from home really suits her — she gets so much more done.

That color suits you perfectly!

3verbto look good on someone

When a style, color, or piece of clothing 'suits' someone, it means it looks attractive on them. It's a compliment about appearance.

everyday language / fashion · Modern, widely used

That jacket really suits you — you should buy it.

Short hair suits her face shape very well.

Not every style suits every person.

4nouncard game category

In a deck of playing cards, a 'suit' is one of the four groups: hearts, diamonds, clubs, and spades. 'Suits' refers to these groups in general.

games / card playing · Modern, widely used

A standard deck has four suits and 52 cards in total.

You need to match the suits when playing this card game.

He collected all four suits in his hand.

5nounlegal case

In law, a 'suit' (short for 'lawsuit') is a legal case where one person or group takes another to court. 'Suits' is the plural.

law · Modern, widely used

The company faced several suits from unhappy customers.

She filed a suit against her former employer.

The two suits were combined into one court case.