English–Japanese

“split-toe socks” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitabi

Example

冬に足袋を履きます。fuyu ni tabi o ha ki ma su

I wear split-toe socks in winter.

Illustration for 足袋 (split-toe socks)

How to say “split-toe socks” in Japanese

“Split-toe socks” in Japanese is 足袋 (tabi).

Refers to traditional Japanese footwear whose front divides the big toe from the remaining toes.

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

Example sentences with 足袋

和服に合わせて白い足袋を選びます。wa fuku ni a wa se te shiro i tabi o era bi ma su

I choose white split-toe socks to match my kimono.

Tips for using 足袋

  • English fashion writing uses tabi for split-toe shoes and boots, so the word can describe footwear as well as the traditional socks.

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