English–Spanish

“shoe” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/θaˈpato/

Example

¿Dónde están mis zapatos?

Where are my shoes?

Illustration for zapato (shoe)

How to say “shoe” in Spanish

“Shoe” in Spanish is zapato.

Everyday footwear that cushions and supports the foot for walking.

Full entry for zapato: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with zapato

¿Por qué no te quitas los zapatos al entrar?

Why don't you take your shoes off when you enter?

Tips for using zapato

  • In conversational Spanish zapato often denotes non-sport or dress shoes, while sneakers are called zapatillas and boots botas.

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