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Makiasan Posted 10 years ago
Vocabulary

wear well / last long

The jeans wear well / last long.

Do they mean the same? If so, are they interchangeable?

Thank you.
  

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Yes, but I'd say "The jeans are long-lasting" or "last a long time"

  • Yes, but I'd say "The jeans are long-lasting" or "last a long time"
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Yes, but I'd say "The jeans are long-lasting" or "last a long time"
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Thank you very much, WakeP!

Maki
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Makiasan The jeans wear well / last long.
Are you talking about a particular pair of jeans or jeans in general?
Are you stating a general fact or commenting on the durability of one pair of jeans?
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Hi teechr,

I'm talking about a particular pair of jeans, but if not, are there any differences? I'd like to learn both ways.

Thank you.
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You're at a clothing store, and you want to recommend a pair of jeans to your friend:
These jeans wear well. I bought a pair six months ago and have worn them nearly everyday; they still look as good as new.

You are comparing jeans with other trouser types:
Jeans wear well and are cheaper than chinos.

You want to report the results of some study on clothes:
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Thank you so much for your detailed answer, teechr!

Maki
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You're welcome, Maki. Emotion: smile

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