zapatos nuevos
/θapatos nwebos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "new shoes" is translated into Spanish as zapatos nuevos.
zapatos nuevos is used to describe footwear that has been recently purchased or has not been worn before. If you are referring specifically to new sneakers or tennis shoes in an informal context, you might use tenis nuevos.
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, zapatos nuevos means "shoes new", as the adjective nuevos follows the noun zapatos in standard Spanish word order.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, it is common to use the word zapatillas to refer to sports shoes or sneakers.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the phrase is zapato nuevo.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Because zapatos is a masculine noun, the adjective must be nuevos. Avoid using zapatos nuevas, as this is grammatically incorrect.
Did you know?
- Spanish has a unique verb, estrenar, which describes the specific act of wearing a new item of clothing or a pair of zapatos nuevos for the very first time.
- The word zapato comes from the Arabic word sabbat, reflecting the deep influence of Moorish culture on the Spanish language.
- If you ask for zapatillas in a Spanish shop, you might be offered sports sneakers, but in many Latin American countries, you will be handed bedroom slippers.
Examples in context
- Mis zapatos nuevos chirrían.My new shoes squeak.Tatoeba #5142210 by albrusgher, translation #3045729 by sharptoothed
- Le gustan sus zapatos nuevos.He is pleased with his new shoes.Tatoeba #618750 by Shishir, translation #258801 by CK
- Mis zapatos nuevos son de cuero.My new shoes are made of leather.Tatoeba #1769241 by hayastan, translation #2358400 by Citrine
- 8 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are walking in a park.
- Alejandro¿Son esos zapatos nuevos, Elena?Are those new shoes, Elena?
- ElenaSí, los compré ayer.Yes, I bought them yesterday.
- AlejandroTe quedan muy bien.They look very good on you.
- ElenaGracias, Alejandro.Thank you, Alejandro.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
