Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Trainers

Quick summary: The standard British word for sports shoes or sneakers.

What does it mean?

Trainers is the standard British English word for sports shoes — what's often called 'sneakers' in American English.

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral. It's simply the everyday British word for this kind of shoe.

When do you use it?

Use it any time you'd say 'sneakers' in American English.

Examples

Example 1: I need some new trainers for the gym.

Example 2: Those are some nice trainers, where did you get them?

Question for you

How many pairs of trainers do you own?

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