World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesSneaker
/ˈsniː.kɚ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
1 sense- 1
A soft shoe with a rubber sole worn for sports or casual occasions.
"He laced up his favorite sneakers before going for a run."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the verb 'sneak' in the late 19th century, coined because the rubber soles made the shoes stealthy and silent compared to traditional hard-soled leather footwear. Originally popularized in the United States for athletic and casual wear, it has since evolved into a global cultural phenomenon.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Sneaker"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Sneaker" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
baskets
Transliteration: baskets
"J'ai acheté de nouvelles baskets pour le sport."
Sneaker
Transliteration: Sneaker
"Er trägt am liebsten bequeme Sneaker."
sneaker
Transliteration: sneaker
"Ho comprato un paio di sneaker bianche."
zapatilla deportiva
Transliteration: zapatilla deportiva
"Llevo zapatillas deportivas cómodas para caminar."
tênis
Transliteration: tênis
"Comprei um tênis novo para correr."
स्नीकर
Transliteration: sneaker
"मैंने एक नया स्नीकर खरीदा है।"
运动鞋
Transliteration: yùndòngxié
"我今天穿了一双舒适的运动鞋。"
운동화
Transliteration: undonghwa
"새 운동화를 신고 조깅을 했다."
スニーカー
Transliteration: sunīkā
"新しいスニーカーを買いました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Sneaker"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.