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Zapato

Shoe

Beginnernoun

Definition

A foot covering with a sole and usually an upper part.

Example

Estos zapatos son muy cómodos.

These shoes are very comfortable.

Etymology

'Zapato' comes from the Arabic 'sabt', which refers to a shoe, reflecting historical influences from the Arabic language in Spanish.

How & Where It’s Used

'Zapato' is used informally and formally in both spoken and written contexts to discuss footwear, prevalent in all Spanish-speaking regions.

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