sandales
The English phrase sandals is translated into French as sandales.
How does it change in a sentence?
sandales is a feminine noun. The singular form is une sandale (a sandal) and the plural form sandales is used with the feminine plural article les (the sandals).
Did you know?
- In France, the term claquettes is specifically used for slide-style sandals. This word is also the name of a movie clapboard, reflecting the 'clack' sound these sandals make when walking.
- When describing very thin, flat sandals, a French person might use the term nu-pieds, which literally translates to 'bare-feet'.
- The term sandales can sometimes be used in a historical or religious context to refer to the simple footwear of saints and ascetics. This gives the word a connotation of humility that 'sandals' lacks in modern English.
Examples in context
- Tu as des sandales ?Do you have any sandals?This sentence is useful for asking if someone possesses any sandales.Tatoeba #10168245 by Micsmithel, translation #11949051 by sundown
- Tom porte des sandales.Tom is wearing sandals.This sentence is useful for stating that Tom is wearing sandales.Tatoeba #6863827 by GB3, translation #6863401 by CK
- J'ai apporté des sandales.I brought some sandals.This sentence is useful for stating that you brought some sandales.Tatoeba #3258636 by Micsmithel, translation #3258637 by DJ_Saidez
- Je vais à la plage, je vais mettre mes tongs.I'm going to the beach, I'm going to wear my flip-flops.
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Example conversation
Emma and Hugo are packing for a trip to the beach.
- EmmaHugo, as-tu pris tes sandales ?Hugo, did you take your sandals?
- HugoOui, j'ai mis mes sandales dans ma valise.Yes, I put my sandals in my suitcase.
- EmmaParfait, je prends aussi mes sandales.Perfect, I am taking my sandals too.
- HugoN'oublie pas ta crème solaire !Don't forget your sunscreen!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
