Sunglasses: meaning, definitions and examples

Commonly used in most situations, informal or formal, to describe protective eyewear against sunlight.

• He always wears sunglasses when driving
• I bought a new pair of sunglasses for the beach

Informal, casual, often used in a relaxed situation or among friends.

• Cool shades! Where did you get them? She lost her shades while hiking

Less commonly used, might be considered slightly outdated or more formal. It can also refer to items providing shade in general, not just eyewear.

• They sat under the sunshades on the patio
• His aunt wore big, elegant sunshades at the garden party

A standard and neutral term used to describe eyeglasses that protect the eyes from sunlight. Suitable for formal and informal contexts alike.

• Don't forget your sunglasses; it's very sunny outside.
• I bought a new pair of sunglasses for our beach trip.

A more casual and colloquial term for sunglasses, often used in informal settings or among friends.

• Hey, nice shades! Where did you get them?
• I need to buy some new shades for the summer.

Commonly used to refer to spectacles or eyeglasses used for vision correction rather than protection from sunlight. Can be informal and somewhat casual.

• My specs broke, so I need to get a new pair.
• She always carries a spare set of specs in her bag.