Usage Note
soutien-gorge is the standard French term for a bra. It is a compound noun literally meaning 'throat support' (soutien = support, gorge = throat/chest). The plural is soutiens-gorge. It is the neutral, everyday term — there is no more formal equivalent.
Examples
"Elle cherche un soutien-gorge confortable."
Natural Translation
She is looking for a comfortable bra.

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