English–French

“sneakers” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/baskɛt/

Example

Je porte mes baskets tous les jours.

I wear my sneakers every day.

Illustration for basket (sneakers)

How to say “sneakers” in French

“Sneakers” in French is basket.

A low athletic shoe that supports quick movement on the court and now fits ordinary casual outfits.

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

Example sentences with basket

Mes baskets sont confortables pour marcher.

My sneakers are comfortable for walking.

Tips for using basket

  • Basket is feminine, so the usual singular form is une basket, while everyday speech often uses the plural des baskets for a pair.

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