Translation and Meaning of: 靴 - kutsu
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 靴 (kutsu) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: kutsu
Kana: くつ
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n5
Translation / Meaning: shoes; shoes
Meaning in English: shoes;footwear
Definition: Footwear made of leather or fabric used to protect the feet.
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Explanation and Etymology - (靴) kutsu
The word 「靴」 (kutsu) in Japanese means "shoe" and is widely used in daily life to refer to footwear in general. The etymology of the kanji 「靴」 traces back to the combination of two elements: the radical 「革」 (kawa), which means "skin" or "leather," and the radical 「化」 (ka), which usually means "to transform" or "process." These radicals together suggest the idea of something made of leather, reinforcing the historical association of shoes with this material. However, the exact origin of the use of this combination in the kanji for "shoe" is unclear, but it highlights the importance of leather in the manufacture of traditional footwear.
The origin of the word has influences from culture and human needs, considering the fundamental role of shoes in protecting the feet. In ancient Japan, similar to other cultures, the use of footwear created social and functional distinctions, mainly for protection and status. The term evolved over time in response to changes in lifestyles and external cultural influences, such as the introduction of Western styles of clothing. During the Meiji period, for example, there was a significant Westernization of Japanese fashion, which led to greater diversity in shoes and the refinement of the term「靴」.
In addition to its basic interpretation as "shoe," the word 「靴」 also appears in combinations to describe different types of footwear. For example:
- 「長靴」(nagagutsu) - boots
- "運動靴" (undougutsu) - athletic shoes or sports shoes
- 「革靴」(kawagutsu) - leather shoes
- "雨靴" (amagutsu) - rain boots
These variations show how the basic word evolves to fit different contexts, reflecting the nuances and specificities of the Japanese language. Each compound term offers insight into the cultural and functional diversity of footwear throughout Japan's history. The versatility of the kanji 「靴」 demonstrates the adaptation of language to social and cultural changes, incorporating elements of a constantly evolving world.
Synonyms and similar words
- くつ (kutsu) - Generic footwear generally refers to shoes or sneakers.
- シューズ (shūzu) - Shoes, often used to refer to sneakers or sports shoes.
- ブーツ (būtsu) - Boots, footwear that covers the ankle or part of the leg.
- 履物 (hakimono) - Footwear in general, a broader term that includes various types of shoes.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: くつ kutsu
How to Write in Japanese - (靴) kutsu
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (靴) kutsu:
Example Sentences - (靴) kutsu
Below are some example sentences:
Kutsu no soko ga hageru shite shimatta
The sole of the shoe peeled.
The bottom of the shoes peeled.
- 靴 (kutsu) - shoe
- の (no) - possession particle
- 底 (soko) - sole
- が (ga) - subject particle
- 剥げてしまった (hagete shimatta) - completely peeled off/worn off
Kanojo wa kutsu o kosutte ita
She was rubbing her shoes.
She was rubbing her shoes.
- 彼女 (kanojo) - she
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 靴 (kutsu) - shoes
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 擦っていた (kosutteita) - was rubbing
Kutsu wo haku
It means "putting on your shoes." in English.
Wear shoes.
- 靴 - shoe
- を - direct object particle
- 履く - to wear
Genkan ni kutsu wo nuide kudasai
Please remove your shoes upon entry.
Remove your shoes at the entrance.
- 玄関 (genkan) - entry
- に (ni) - preposition indicating location
- 靴 (kutsu) - shoes
- を (wo) - particle indicating the object of the action
- 脱いで (nuide) - verb "tirar" in the imperative
- ください (kudasai) - polite way of asking for something
Kono kutsu wa watashi no ashi ni pittari aimasu
These shoes fit perfectly into my feet.
These shoes fit perfectly into my feet.
- この - this
- 靴 - shoe
- は - topic particle
- 私の - mine
- 足 - pé
- に - target particle
- ぴったり - perfectly
- 合います - it fits
Dei darake no kutsu wo araimashita
I washed my muddy shoes.
Crazy muddy shoes.
- 泥 - mud
- だらけ - full of
- の - possession particle
- 靴 - shoes
- を - direct object particle
- 洗いました - washed
Watashi wa furui kutsu o atarashii mono to kaemashita
I changed my old shoes for new ones.
I changed old shoes with new ones.
- 私 (watashi) - Japanese personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 古い (furui) - Japanese adjective meaning "old"
- 靴 (kutsu) - Japanese noun meaning "shoe"
- を (wo) - direct object particle indicating the object of the action
- 新しい (atarashii) - Japanese adjective that means "new"
- もの (mono) - Japanese noun meaning "thing"
- と (to) - particle indicating joint action, in this case, changing shoes
- 替えました (kaemashita) - Japanese verb meaning "changed"
Watashi no kutsu wa atarashii desu
My shoes are new.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- の (no) - particle that indicates possession, in this case, "mine"
- 靴 (kutsu) - noun meaning "shoe"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case, "the shoes"
- 新しい (atarashii) - adjective meaning "new"
- です (desu) - linking verb indicating existence or state, in this case, "are"
Watashi wa kutsu wo shikkari to shimerimashita
I squeezed my shoes firmly.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case "I"
- 靴 (kutsu) - noun meaning "shoe"
- を (wo) - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence, in this case "shoe"
- しっかりと (shikkari to) - Adverb that means "firmly" or "strongly"
- 締めました (shimemashita) - verb meaning "to tighten" or "to bind", in the past tense and polite
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