Japanese dictionary
How to say "shoes" in Japanese
靴くつ · kutsu
"Shoes" in Japanese is 靴 (kutsu). Taking off your shoes, 靴を脱ぐ (kutsu o nugu), is expected in homes and some restaurants and clinics.
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Ways to say "shoes" in Japanese
| Japanese | When to use it |
|---|---|
| 靴くつ · kutsu | Shoes. |
| スニーカーすにーかー · sunīkā | Sneakers. |
| スリッパすりっぱ · surippa | Slippers. |
| 靴を脱ぐくつをぬぐ · kutsu o nugu | To take off one's shoes. |
How to use it
"Put on shoes" is 靴をはく (kutsu o haku).
A shoe cabinet at the entrance is 下駄箱 (getabako).
Example sentences
- ここで靴を脱いでください。Koko de kutsu o nuide kudasai.Please take off your shoes here.
- 新しい靴を買いました。Atarashii kutsu o kaimashita.I bought new shoes.
- 靴のサイズは二十七センチです。Kutsu no saizu wa nijūnana senchi desu.My shoe size is 27 centimeters.
- スリッパをお使いください。Surippa o o-tsukai kudasai.Please use the slippers.
- 歩きやすい靴で来てください。Arukiyasui kutsu de kite kudasai.Please wear comfortable shoes.
- 靴を下駄箱に入れてください。Kutsu o getabako ni irete kudasai.Please put your shoes in the shoe cabinet.
Questions
Where do you take off your shoes in Japan?
In homes, many ryokan, some restaurants with tatami rooms, temples and some clinics. Look for a step up at the entrance or a shoe cabinet.
How do you say "put on shoes" in Japanese?
Say 靴をはく (kutsu o haku). Shoes and pants use はく, not 着る.
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