noun

die Socke, -n

sock

Ein weiches Kleidungsstück für den Fuß, das warm hält und in Schuhe getragen wird.

Definition & meaning

A Socke refers to a short, knitted or woven garment worn on the foot, usually reaching up to the ankle or the lower calf. It is worn inside a shoe for warmth, comfort, and to absorb moisture.

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar: It is a feminine noun (die Socke), and its plural is die Socken.
Word origin: The word originates from the Latin word soccus, which referred to a light, low-cut shoe or slipper worn by Roman actors. Through Middle High German socke, it evolved into the modern German term used today.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:
- Strumpf (a more general term for hosiery, often implying a longer length).
- Fußbekleidung (a formal, generic term for footwear).
Antonyms:
- There are no direct lexical antonyms for a piece of clothing, though one could contrast it with barfuß (barefoot) when describing the state of the foot.