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sneakers

кроссовки

Meaning of sneakers

casual sports shoes

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EN-UK/ˈsniːkəz/
EN-US/ə ˈsniːkərz/
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sneakers usage examples

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

The new sneakers are light and good for the gym.

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

She laced up her sneakers before the early-morning run.

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sneakers belongs to the topic "Clothing and Footwear". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

sneakersTurnschuh
shirtHemd
skirtRock
pantsHose
trousersHose
jeansJeanshose
shortskurze Hose

sneakers synonyms

Related words worth learning together

trainers
British equivalent of 'sneakers'; common UK term for sports shoes
running shoes
Designed specifically for running, with cushioning and support
basketball shoes
Shoes designed for basketball, often with ankle support and grip
cross-trainers
Multi-purpose training shoes suitable for cross-training
high-tops
Shoes with a high ankle cut; a style often associated with basketball
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🇬🇧en

British equivalent of 'sneakers'; common UK term for sports shoes

A1Very Often

She wears trainers to school every day.

🇬🇧en

Designed specifically for running, with cushioning and support

A1Very Often

I need new running shoes for training.

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basketball shoes

Shoes designed for basketball, often with ankle support and grip

A1Often

He bought basketball shoes to play better on the court.

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cross-trainers

Multi-purpose training shoes suitable for cross-training

A1Often

Cross-trainers work well if you do different types of workouts.

🇬🇧en

Shoes with a high ankle cut; a style often associated with basketball

A1Often

I like high-tops with jeans for a retro look.

🇬🇧en

Shoes with a low ankle cut; a common sneaker style

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Low-tops are lighter and good for everyday use.

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canvas shoes

Shoes made of canvas material (e.g., classic plimsoll-style or Vans)

A1Often

Canvas shoes are great for summer walks.

🇬🇧en

Shoes without laces that you slip on; can be casual or sporty

A1Often

Slip-ons are handy when you're in a hurry.

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sneakers meaning: what does it mean?

casual sports shoes

sneakers pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

sneakers is pronounced as /ˈsniːkəz/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

sneakers definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The new sneakers are light and good for the gym. Translation: Новые кроссовки лёгкие и подходят для зала.

Is sneakers part of Clothing for Weather vocabulary?

Yes, sneakers (кроссовки) can be learned in the Clothing for Weather topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is sneakers part of Clothing and Footwear vocabulary?

Yes, sneakers (кроссовки) can be learned in the Clothing and Footwear topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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