German · Daily Life
Schuhe
Shoes
Beginnernoun
Definition
Footwear for the feet.
Example
Diese Schuhe sind sehr bequem.
These shoes are very comfortable.
Etymology
'Schuhe' is the plural form of 'Schuh', which comes from the Middle High German 'schue', traced back to Old High German 'scuho'. It reflects the protective and decorative footwear used by humans throughout history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Schuhe' is used in a variety of contexts, both informal and formal, in spoken and written German. It is a common term across all regions when discussing footwear.