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UNDERSTANDING SEWING TERMS Irgasheva D.H.
Irgasheva Dildora Habibullaevna - Teacher, DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING METHODOLOGY, ENGLISH LANGUAGES FACULTY 2, UZBEKISTAN STATE WORLD LANGUAGES UNIVERSITY, TASHKENT, REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN
Abstract: sewing terms are exactly what it sounds like; words and phrases used within the sewing world. Just like every writer needs their dictionary, every sewist needs their list of sewing terms close by. However, these words and phrases will give you a great head start. Keywords: sewing, terminology, crafting industry, sewing dictionary.
Translating a text may seem like an easy task considering all the resources at hand, but when every aspect of the trade is taken into account, this view changes. Dictionaries and the Internet are helpful, but can only take you so far. Being able to present a translation that is true to the source text, accurate and precise, and that also brings the intended meaning over to the target text is not an easy feat. The context and level of specialisation for a technical text can vary greatly and last, but not least, the specific subject field can present a wide range of difficulties to be addressed by the translator. All professions, crafts and industries have their own phrases and acronyms, and sewing is no exception.
There are so many words, terms and sayings that might make you scratch your head in puzzlement; but we are here to break things down for you. To give you a comprehensive a-z guide to sewing terms, so that you can be ahead of the game, or at least a confident player. Our ultimate sewing dictionary is jam-packed but there might be some terms we don't mention. If there are any terms you think we should have included, let us know in the comments below. From stitches to tools to fabrics, we have it all. The next time you start a new project, make sure to consult our guide for all of your sewing needs. This free list of sewing terms is an excellent resource for any and all sewists [2].
1. Anchoring stitches. These are machine stitches that are sewn with zero stitch length, to keep from pulling out. This term can also be used to refer to when you stitch backwards for a couple of stitches, to anchor it.
2. Applique. This comes from the French word "appliquer," which means to apply or put on. In sewing, applique is used to describe the process of applying one kind of fabric on top of another layer of fabric. This is fixed into place by sewing or by another fusing means. It can also refer to a surface embellishment.
3. Armscye
The opening in a bodice to which the sleeve is attached; also known as an armhole.
4. Ballpoint needles. A type of sewing machine needles that are specifically designed to be used when sewing knit fabrics. The rounded tip prevents piercing, that would damage the knit.
5. Baste
Temporary long running stitches, made by either hand or machine, that holds the fabric together before permanent stitches are applied.
6. Bias
A direction of a piece of woven fabric. Usually referred to as "the bias." This is a 45 degree angle to the gain line, or diagonal direction of the fabric.
7. Binding
A narrow strip of material which is sewn around the edge of a garment, a bag or even a quilt.
8. Blanket stitch
A hand stitch used for finishing a fabric edge.
9. Bobbin
The thread that comes up from the bottom and meets the thread from the spool to form the stitch. Bobbins need to be wound up and inserted properly into a sewing machine [1].
10. Bumblebunching
That annoying tangled loop of stitching on the bobbin side of the fabric, that is a result of improper tension applied to the sewing machine.
11. Buttonhole
A small cut in the fabric that is bound with small stitching. The hole has to be just big enough to allow a button to pass through it and remain in place.
12. Casing. A folded over edge of a garment, which is usually at the waist. It is used to enclose a way of adjusting the fit - for example for a drawstring.
13. Cord. A twisted fibre, somewhere between rope and string.
14. Crochet. A method using yarn and a hooked needle to make a garment, fabric or lace.
15. Crossgrain. The line of fabric perpendicular to the selvage edge of the fabric.
A common technique used for shaping garments. They normally appear around the waist and bust. Now that you mastered these sewing terms and definitions, and you know your zigzag stitch from your ladder stitch. Whether it's your first time sewing on a machine, or you've been using one for years, you might not know the name of all the parts on your sewing machine - or even what they do.
References
1. Snell H. Handbook of Translation. Tübingen: Stauffenburg-Verlag, 1999.
2. Toury G. Descriptive Translation Studies and beyond. Amsterdam / Philadelphia: John Benjamins, 1995.
THE USAGE OF COLLOQUIAL WORDS IN NEWSPAPERS
Rakhmatova N.V.
Rakhmatova Nargiza Valijanovna - Teacher, DEPARTMENT OF METHODOLOGY OF TEACHING ENGLISH LANGUAGE, ENGLISH LANGUAGES FACULTY 2, UZBEKISTAN STATE WORLD LANGUAGES UNIVERSITY, TASHKENT, REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN
Abstract: analyzing the language of newspapers we can say that slang and jargon are much frequently used both in articles and headlines. And it does not matter whether it is cuisine theme or business or about policy. But in the sphere of business policy and show business slang words usually carry additional connotative meaning which can be easily encoded by the reader. Keywords: slang, jargonisms, connotation, journalism, dictionary.
Many slang words were created by journalists than pick upped by public and now are used as slang. For example the headline of the brief news item published by The Sun about the after show party organized by famous singer Jay-Z is a striking instance of the hiding connotative meaning and newly created slang word: "£500,000 Jayday"
JayDay Cannabis Festival - is the annual Cannabis Festival, or JayDay, organised by the Cannabis Coalition in London and has been celebrated from 2001 to 2004 in Brockwell Park [Wikipedia]. But this article is about popular rap singer Jay-Z and maybe it should be read as Jay's day. But we also can see the parallel, the author wanted us to see, that this party has features of Cannabis Festival.
Another example of slang words from the same article: "The rapper is splashing out half a million quid on an after-party for his Roc Nation employees. RITA ORA, KYLIE MINOGUE and Justin will all be attending the exclusive bash at posh London restaurant Hakkasan. "
