Definition
西装革履 is a four-character idiom that literally means 'Western suit and leather shoes.' It describes someone dressed in a formal suit and polished shoes — the classic business or formal attire. The phrase is often used to portray a person as well-dressed, professional, or even slightly conservative in appearance. It carries no negative connotation, but can imply a certain formality or social status.
idiom
dressed in a suit and leather shoesin formal attire
Examples
- 西装革履，。Tā měitiān dōu xī zhuāng gé lǚ de chūmén shàngbān, xiǎnde tèbié zhuānyè.He goes to work every day in a suit and leather shoes, looking very professional.
- 西装革履，，。Jùhuì shàng rénrén dōu xī zhuāng gé lǚ, zhǐyǒu wǒ chuānzhe xiūxiánzhuāng, yǒudiǎn bù hǎoyìsi.At the party, everyone was in suits and ties, and I felt a bit embarrassed in my casual clothes.
- 西装革履，。Miànshì guān xī zhuāng gé lǚ de zuò zài duìmiàn, biǎoqíng yánsù.The interviewer sat across from me in a formal suit, with a serious expression.
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