slipper
word
/ˈsɫɪpɝ/
/slˈɪpɐ/
Definition
A soft, comfortable shoe that is easy to put on and take off, usually worn inside the house.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in the plural ('slippers'). Collocates with 'wear,' 'put on,' and 'take off.' Not used for outside shoes or flip-flops; those are 'sandals' or 'flip-flops.' 'Slippers' are quiet and soft, for home use.
Spanish: zapatilla - pantuflaPortuguese (BR): pantufa - chinelo (interno)Portuguese (PT): pantufa - chinelo (de casa)Chinese (Simplified): 拖鞋Chinese (Traditional): 拖鞋Hindi: चप्पल (घर की)Arabic: خف منزليBengali: স্লিপার (বাড়ির জুতো)Russian: тапочкаJapanese: スリッパVietnamese: dép đi trong nhàKorean: 슬리퍼Turkish: terlik (ev için)Urdu: چپل (گھر کی پہننے والی)Indonesian: sandal rumah
Example Sentences
I can't find my other slipper anywhere!
natural
Kick off your slippers and relax on the sofa.
natural
Please put on your slippers before coming inside.
basic
I left my slippers in the bedroom.
basic
Her feet are warm because she is wearing slippers.
basic
It feels so good to slip into my slippers after a long day at work.
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