Korean word

운동화

Pronunciation

Romanizationundonghwa

Meaning

  • nounsneaker

Example

저는 운동화를 자주 신어요.cheo neun un dong hwa reul cha ju si neo yo

I often wear sneakers.

Illustration for 운동화 (sneaker)

More examples

운동하기 전에 운동화를 깨끗이 닦아요.un dong ha gi cheo ne un dong hwa reul kkae kkeu si ta kka yo

I wipe my sneakers clean before exercising.

Core concept

A comfortable casual shoe with a flexible sole, ready for both movement and everyday wear.

Common phrases

  • 운동화를 신다un dong hwa reul sin tta

    put on sneakers

  • 운동화를 사다un dong hwa reul sa da

    buy sneakers

Similar words

신발sinbal: Footwear worn on the feet to make walking comfortable and steady.
스니커즈seunikeojeu: Casual sports footwear that goes well with everyday clothes.
런닝화reonninghwa: Lightweight footwear designed to soften the impact of running.

Definition in Korean

보통 고무창과 천이나 가죽의 윗부분으로 만들어져 걷기와 운동에 적합한 캐주얼한 신발.po tong ko mu chang gwa cheo ni na ka ju gui wit ppu bu neu ro man deu reo jeo keot kki wa un dong e cheo ka pan kae ju eol han sin bal

Word origin

The Korean word is formed from elements meaning exercise and footwear, linking the shoe to its original use for physical activity.

Usage tips

  • English speakers often picture sneakers as sports-only shoes, but this word commonly includes the casual shoes worn with everyday clothes.

Other meanings

  • training shoesnoun

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