Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tabi
noun
ˈtä-bē
Definition
Tabi are traditional Japanese split-toe socks that are worn with sandals and other footwear.
Examples
- She wore vibrant blue tabi with her kimono at the festival.
- In traditional tea ceremonies, participants often wear tabi socks for comfort.
- Tabi provide excellent grip when walking on wooden floors.
Meaning
Tabi allow the wearer to have more flexibility and comfort by separating the big toe from the other toes, making them ideal for specific types of footwear used in Japan, such as zori or geta.
Synonyms
- split-toe socks
- Japanese socks
