ソックス

そっくす
noun
socks
clothing
1. socks; short socks
Socks, especially ankle- or calf-length ones. From English 'socks'. Often used for sportier or shorter socks, while 靴下(くつした) is the more general everyday word.
(しろ)ソックスはいた。
I put on white socks.
Thick socks are comfortable when exercising.
You are supposed to wear navy socks with the uniform.

Loanword from English 'socks'. Refers to socks, often shorter or more casual/sporty ones. The native word 靴下(くつした) covers all socks and is more common in everyday speech.

Common collocations

  • ソックスはく: to put on socks
  • (しろ)ソックス: white socks
  • ハイソックス: knee-high socks

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