Describe a uniform that you wear (at school or at work)
You should say:
Where you wear the uniform
How long you need to wear it
What it looks like
Who bought it for you
And explain how you feel about it
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I'd like to tell you about a uniform that I regularly wear at the retail store where I've been working for a good couple of years now.
So, basically, I wear this uniform throughout my entire shift, which can often be eight hours a day. The uniform itself is quite standard: a navy blue polo shirt featuring the store's logo upfront, paired with black trousers or skirts, and comfy black shoes. Oh, and we also get these black aprons to keep our clothes tidy during work hours.
The uniform was actually provided by the company as part of its standard policy. Initially, each employee is equipped with two sets, and replacements are readily supplied if anything gets worn out or damaged.
Now, regarding the uniform itself, I’d say it's a bit of a double-edged sword . On the one hand, it creates a sense of belonging and unity among the staff, as we’re all in the same attire . It also makes it easier for customers to identify me as an employee whenever they need assistance. However, there are times when it feels a little bit restrictive, especially during scorching hot weather when the fabric can be quite uncomfortable. Having said that , I do understand the importance of maintaining a professional appearance and adhering to the company's dress code , so overall, I don't really mind putting on this uniform for my work.
VOCABULARY
polo shirt (phrase) = áo polo
comfy (adj) = thoải mái
apron (n) = tạp dề
worn out (adj) = bị mài mòn
a double-edged sword (phrase) = con dao hai lưỡi
a sense of belonging and unity (phrase) = cảm giác thân thuộc và gắn kết
attire (n) = trang phục
scorching hot weather (phrase) = thời tiết nóng gay gắt
having said that (idiom) = dù vậy
fabric (n) = chất liệu vải
adhere to sth (phrasal verb) = tuân theo một nguyên tắc, chuẩn mực nào đó
dress code (phrase) = quy định về trang phục
put on sth (phrasal verb) = mặc một món đồ nào đó
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