sneaker
Translation
sneaker, tennis shoe
Examples
He bought a new pair of sneakers.
He bought a new pair of sneakers.
She wore sneakers with her dress.
She wore sneakers with her dress.
Grammar Patterns
a pair of sneakers a set of two sneakers He bought a new pair of sneakers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tennis shoe, gym shoe
Etymology
From the verb 'to sneak', because the rubber soles allow one to walk quietly.
Memory Tips
These are shoes with soft rubber soles, so you can 'sneak' up on someone without making noise.