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How do you say "sneaker" in German?
der Turnschuh
In German, "sneaker" is der Turnschuh.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'TOORN-shoo', stress on the first syllable, with a long 'oo' vowel.
Grammar notes
der Turnschuh is masculine. Plural: der Turnschuhe.
Example sentence
Er schnürte seinen Turnschuh für den Lauf.
He laced up his sneaker for the run.
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How to remember der Turnschuh
It's built from 'turnen' (to do gymnastics) and 'Schuh' (shoe), so it literally means 'gym shoe'.
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- jacket die Jacke
- scarf der Schal
- sock die Socke
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- tie die Krawatte
- sandal die Sandale
- boot der Stiefel
- slipper der Hausschuh
- jewelry der Schmuck
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Questions about der Turnschuh
How do you say "sneaker" in German?
In German, "sneaker" is der Turnschuh. It is a noun.
Is der Turnschuh masculine, feminine, or neuter?
der Turnschuh is masculine. Plural: der Turnschuhe.
How is der Turnschuh used in a sentence?
Use der Turnschuh as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Er schnürte seinen Turnschuh für den Lauf. (He laced up his sneaker for the run.).
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