boots
word · lemma: boot
/ˈbuts/
boots
/bˈuːts/
boots
Definition
Boots are strong shoes that cover the foot and usually the ankle or part of the leg. People wear them for fashion, cold weather, rain, hiking, or work.
Usage & Nuances
Usually plural when talking about footwear: 'a pair of boots' or 'my boots,' not usually 'a boot' unless you mean one shoe. Common types include 'rain boots,' 'work boots,' 'hiking boots,' and 'cowboy boots.'
Spanish: botasPortuguese (BR): botasPortuguese (PT): botasChinese (Simplified): 靴子 - 长靴Chinese (Traditional): 靴子 - 長靴Hindi: जूते (ऊँचे) - बूटArabic: أحذية طويلة - جزمBengali: বুটRussian: сапоги - ботинкиJapanese: ブーツVietnamese: giày ủng - bốtKorean: 부츠Turkish: bot - çizmeUrdu: بوٹIndonesian: sepatu bot
Example Sentences
These boots are new.
basic
She took off her boots at the door.
natural
I wear boots when it rains.
basic
His work boots are very heavy.
basic
I need a good pair of boots for the hike.
natural
Those boots look great with your jeans.
natural