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Russia slang
Clothes; gear (informal, often implying a lot of clothes)
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Casual and context-dependent.
Region
Russia
Formality
Informal.
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shmotki (шмотки) means Clothes; gear (informal, often implying a lot of clothes). It is best read as russia slang associated with Russia.
"shmotki (шмотки)" means Clothes; gear (informal, often implying a lot of clothes). In Russia, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Elegant; smart in appearance.
Unoriginal, mainstream, or predictable, often in a derogatory way
Cool; carefree; with a relaxed and stylish attitude
Wearing brand-name or designer clothing.
A brand; used to describe branded or designer clothing
To dress up nicely; to be well-dressed.
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