Definition

Shoe. A covering for the foot, typically made of leather or other material with a stiff sole.

Conjugation / Declension

CaseSingularPlural
Nominativeder Schuhdie Schuhe
Accusativeden Schuhdie Schuhe
Dativedem Schuhden Schuhen
Genitivedes Schuhsder Schuhe

Examples

  • Meine Schuhe sind neu. — My shoes are new.
  • Ich ziehe die Schuhe aus. — I am taking off my shoes.
  • Diese Schuhe passen nicht. — These shoes don’t fit.

Notes

Masculine noun. Plural adds -e: Schuh → Schuhe. In Germany, it is customary to remove shoes when entering someone’s home. Compound words: Turnschuh (sneaker/trainer), Handschuh (glove).