Vocabulary
くつ

くつ

kutsu

Translations

1. shoes
2. footwear

Notes

In Japanese culture, it is customary to remove shoes when entering a home. This practice is rooted in maintaining cleanliness and is a sign of respect.

Examples

私は新しいくつを買いました。

Watashi wa atarashii kutsu o kaimashita.

I bought new shoes.

くつを脱いでください。

Kutsu o nuide kudasai.

Please take off your shoes.