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Sports shoes
Used in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh for athletic footwear
Literal Meaning
Athletic shoes
Actual Meaning
Athletic footwear like Nike or Adidas sneakers - the standard Indian English term
Examples in Context

He prefers to shop for sports shoes online to find the best deals.

I just bought a new pair of sports shoes for the marathon next month.

Make sure to wear your sports shoes for the football practice, or you might hurt your feet.

Helpful Tips
  • 1It's common for people to use 'sports shoes' when discussing casual exercise routines or when attending gym classes.
  • 2This term can also apply to any comfortable footwear suitable for physical activities, not just high-end brands.
  • 3In India, 'sports shoes' often refers to brands like Nike or Adidas, so if someone mentions them, they may be referencing popular athletic brands.
Phrase Thesaurus
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athletic shoes
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sportswear
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