Qipao vs. Cheongsam

Qipao vs. Cheongsam — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Qipao and Cheongsam

Qipaonoun

A traditional one-piece dress worn by Chinese women.

Cheongsamnoun

A tight-fitting formal woman's dress, usually brightly coloured, patterned and/or embroidered, with a split at the thigh.

Cheongsamnoun

(Hong Kong) A plain coloured, tight-fitting dress with a short split at the thigh, worn as a school uniform by schoolgirls.

Cheongsamnoun

A long formal dress-like garment or robe worn by Asian men.

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