noun
der Turnschuh, -e
sneaker
The German word "Turnschuh" is a noun meaning "sneaker" or "gym shoe".
It is made of two parts:
- Turn- derived from "Turnen" meaning "to do gymnastics" or "to exercise"
- Schuh meaning "shoe"
Similar words:
- Sportschuh (sports shoe)
- Sneaker (loanword, meaning sneaker)
- Freizeitschuh (casual shoe)
Differences:
- Turnschuh specifically emphasizes shoes used for gymnastics or indoor sports.
- Sportschuh is more general for any athletic shoe.
- Sneaker is broader, often more associated with casual fashion.
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Examples
Markus sucht seinen linken Turnschuh.noun
Markus is looking for his left sneaker.
Kaufst du mir diese blauen Turnschuhe?noun
Will you buy me these blue sneakers?
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