pantoufle
/pɑ̃.tufl/feminine
The English word 'slipper' can be translated into French as pantoufle. Wiktionary also lists chausson.
Meaning: low shoe usually worn indoors (noun)
Ways to say it
| French | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| pantoufle | /pɑ̃.tufl/ | feminine |
| chausson | /ʃo.sɔ̃/ | masculine |
Which one should you use?
The masculine form chausson is typically used for soft, unstructured slippers or house shoes that resemble a sock.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In western France, particularly in the Charente region, the term Charentaises is used as a regional variation.
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine form chausson becomes the plural chaussons, while the feminine form pantoufle becomes the plural pantoufles.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɑ̃.tufl/
Did you know?
- The term pantouflage refers to the practice of high-ranking civil servants leaving government service to take lucrative jobs in the private sector.
- The word chausson also refers to a type of puff pastry, such as the chausson aux pommes, because the folded pastry resembles the shape of a slipper.
- The Charentaises slippers mentioned on the page are so culturally significant that they possess a protected geographical indication, similar to how champagne is linked to its region.
Examples in context
- Je vais acheter des chaussons confortables.I am going to buy comfortable slippers.
- Je vais mettre mes pantoufles pour me détendre.I will put on my slippers to relax.
- Elle adore porter des mules légères chez elle.She loves wearing light mules at home.
- Il est typique de porter des charentaises dans certaines régions de France.It is typical to wear charentaises in certain regions of France.
- Cette pantoufle est très douce.This slipper is very soft.
Example conversation
Emma and Hugo are in the living room.
- EmmaHugo, as-tu vu ma pantoufle ?Hugo, have you seen my slipper?
- HugoOui, elle est sous le canapé.Yes, it is under the sofa.
- EmmaMerci, je ne la trouvais plus.Thanks, I couldn't find it anymore.
- HugoDe rien, Emma.You're welcome, Emma.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “slipper” translations and entries pantoufle, chausson, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
