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UK/["/ˈsniːkə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈsniːkər/"]/

Meaning of Sneaker

a shoe that you wear for sports or as informal clothing

In simple words: A type of shoe that is comfortable and made for sports or casual wear.

Sneaker in a sentence

  • He wore old jeans and a pair of sneakers.
  • I pulled on my sneakers and headed out for a run.
  • a pair of worn canvas sneakers

How to use Sneaker

Generally used to refer to athletic shoes or casual footwear. Avoid using in formal settings where specific shoe types are discussed. Commonly used in American English; in the UK, 'trainers' is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a sneaker sneaking around quietly and comfortably.

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Collocations with Sneaker

Synonyms for Sneaker

  • athletic shoe
  • trainer
  • sport shoe
  • running shoe
  • tennis shoe

Opposites of Sneaker

  • formal shoe
  • boot
  • loafer

Common mistakes with Sneaker

  • Confuse with 'sneek' which talks about being secretive.
  • Use 'sneakers' as singular, not recognizing it's usually plural.
  • Believe all footwear is sneakers, not knowing it's specific to sporty shoes.

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Frequently asked questions about Sneaker

What does Sneaker mean?

A type of shoe that is comfortable and made for sports or casual wear.

What is the definition of Sneaker?

a shoe that you wear for sports or as informal clothing

How do you use Sneaker in a sentence?

He wore old jeans and a pair of sneakers.

Can you give another example of Sneaker?

I pulled on my sneakers and headed out for a run.

What are synonyms for Sneaker?

Common alternatives include athletic shoe, trainer, sport shoe, running shoe, tennis shoe.

What is the opposite of Sneaker?

Opposite meanings include formal shoe, boot, loafer.

What words go with Sneaker?

It commonly pairs with new, beaten-up, old, pair, pull on, slip on, kick off.

What are common mistakes when using Sneaker?

Confuse with 'sneek' which talks about being secretive. Use 'sneakers' as singular, not recognizing it's usually plural. Believe all footwear is sneakers, not knowing it's specific to sporty shoes.

How do you pronounce Sneaker?

US: /["/ˈsniːkər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsniːkə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sneaker?

Generally used to refer to athletic shoes or casual footwear. Avoid using in formal settings where specific shoe types are discussed. Commonly used in American English; in the UK, 'trainers' is preferred.

What CEFR level is Sneaker?

"Sneaker" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.