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masculine

/θaˈpa.to/ ES

/saˈpa.to/ MX

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Translation

shoe

Word origin

Origin uncertain and debated. The word is shared with Portuguese sapato and Italian ciabatta, but its ultimate source is not agreed.

Origin: uncertain

Other proposed origins

Often traced to Turkish zabata or a related Eastern word that spread through trade. (zabata)
Some accounts treat it as onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of a footstep, possibly via Basque zapatu ('to stamp'). (zapatu)

Grammar

Gendermasculine

Pluralzapatos

Examples

My new shoes are very pretty.

I have to buy shoes for work.

The shoes are by the door.

My son lost a shoe in the park.

These shoes are very comfortable for running.

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This word is part of lesson 18.