How to say sneakers in Korean

Meaning

운동화 means sneakers or athletic shoes. People use this word for comfortable shoes they wear to walk, run, exercise, or go out casually. You will hear it in daily life when talking about getting dressed, shopping, school, or travel.

Example sentences

1. 오늘 운동화 신고 산책해요.

   I go for a walk wearing sneakers today.

2. 운동화 사러 가볼까?

   Shall I go buy some sneakers?

3. 새 운동화 샀어요.

   I bought new sneakers.

4. 학교에 운동화 신고 가요.

   I go to school wearing sneakers.