Winter gear in English, with pictures

/ˌbæləˈklɑːvə/

A warm piece of clothing covering the whole head and neck except the face.

“He wore a thick balaclava while skiing down the cold mountain.”

/aɪs kliːts/

Metal spikes strapped under your shoes to stop you slipping on frozen ground.

“Attach these ice cleats to your boots before walking on frozen paths.”

/ˈpɑːrkə/

A heavy, warm jacket with a hood, often lined with soft fur.

“Put on your warm parka before stepping out into the blizzard.”

/ˈmɪt.ənz/

Hand covers that keep four fingers together and the thumb in another section.

“Wool mittens keep my fingers much warmer than regular gloves.”

/ˈsnəʊ buːts/

Waterproof, warm footwear made for walking through deep, wet frozen ground.

“I bought new snow boots to keep my feet dry this winter.”

/ˈhænd ˌwɔːrmər/

A small heat packet you put inside your pocket to keep fingers warm.

“She slipped a hot hand warmer into each jacket pocket.”

/nɛk ˈɡeɪtər/

A cloth tube pulled over the head to protect the throat from wind.

“Pull your fleece neck gaiter up over your chin.”

/skiː mæsk/

A tight knit cover for the entire head, leaving only eyes exposed.

“He pulled on a ski mask to guard his face against frostbite.”

/ˈsnoʊ pænts/

Thick waterproof trousers worn to stay dry and warm outdoors in winter.

“Children should wear snow pants when playing outside in winter.”

/ɪər ˈwɔːrmərz/

Soft bands or padded cups worn across the head to cover the ears.

“These fuzzy ear warmers protect my ears from the icy wind.”