When the weather gets warm, it's nice to wear open shoes. In German, one popular type of open shoe is called die Sandale. This word means "sandal" in English.
You can wear Sandale at the beach, in the park, or just when you want your feet to be cool. The word die Sandale is feminine, so it uses the article "die."
When discussing summer footwear in German, you'll primarily encounter die Sandale for 'sandal'. This term is quite straightforward and widely understood. It refers to any open shoe with straps, similar to its English counterpart.
For more specific types, you might hear der Flip-Flop for 'flip-flop', which is a direct loanword. If you're talking about more robust, often closed-toe sandals, especially those for hiking, you might come across terms like die Trekkingsandale (trekking sandal) or even just der Outdoorschuh (outdoor shoe) if they have more coverage.
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- Casual open footwear
- Straps hold sole to foot
- Often worn in warm weather
How Formal Is It?
"Die Dame wählte elegante Sandalen für den Empfang."
"Ich brauche neue Sandalen für den Strand."
"Zieh deine Sandalen an, wir gehen raus!"
"Kleine Füße tragen bunte Sandalen im Sommer."
"Die alten Sandalen sind schon wieder kaputt."
Le savais-tu ?
The word 'Sandale' has been in the German language since the 16th century, borrowed from Latin, and its meaning has remained consistent.
Exemples par niveau
Ich habe neue Sandalen für den Sommer gekauft.
I bought new sandals for the summer.
Here 'Sandalen' is plural and in the accusative case because it's the direct object of 'gekauft'.
Sind diese Sandalen bequem genug zum Wandern?
Are these sandals comfortable enough for hiking?
'Sandalen' is plural and in the nominative case as the subject of the sentence.
Meine Schwester trägt nur Sandalen, wenn es warm ist.
My sister only wears sandals when it's warm.
'Sandalen' is plural and in the accusative case as the direct object of 'trägt'.
Er hat seine Sandalen am Strand verloren.
He lost his sandals at the beach.
'Sandalen' is plural and in the accusative case, the direct object of 'verloren'.
Diese Sandalen passen gut zu meinem neuen Kleid.
These sandals go well with my new dress.
'Sandalen' is plural and in the nominative case, the subject of the sentence.
Können Sie mir bitte zeigen, wo die Sandalen sind?
Can you please show me where the sandals are?
'Sandalen' is plural and in the nominative case in this question, referring to their location.
Ich brauche ein Paar Sandalen für meinen Urlaub.
I need a pair of sandals for my vacation.
'Sandalen' is plural and in the accusative case, as it's the object of 'brauche'.
Sie hat elegante Sandalen für die Party angezogen.
She put on elegant sandals for the party.
'Sandalen' is plural and in the accusative case, the direct object of 'angezogen'.
Nach einem langen Tag am Strand zog sie die nassen Sandalen aus.
After a long day at the beach, she took off her wet sandals.
Here, 'die nassen Sandalen' is in the accusative case because they are the direct object of 'ausziehen' (to take off).
Er bevorzugt bequeme Sandalen für lange Spaziergänge im Sommer.
He prefers comfortable sandals for long walks in the summer.
'bequeme Sandalen' is in the accusative case as it's the direct object of 'bevorzugen' (to prefer).
Für die Hochzeit trug sie elegante Sandalen mit hohem Absatz.
For the wedding, she wore elegant high-heeled sandals.
'elegante Sandalen' is in the accusative case, being the direct object of 'tragen' (to wear).
Die Kinder rannten mit ihren Sandalen durch den Garten.
The children ran through the garden in their sandals.
'mit ihren Sandalen' uses the dative case after the preposition 'mit' (with).
Bitte legen Sie Ihre Sandalen vor dem Betreten des Pools ab.
Please take off your sandals before entering the pool.
'Ihre Sandalen' is in the accusative case, the direct object of 'ablegen' (to take off).
Sie hat ein neues Paar Sandalen gekauft, die perfekt zu ihrem Kleid passen.
She bought a new pair of sandals that perfectly match her dress.
'ein neues Paar Sandalen' is in the accusative case, as it's the direct object of 'kaufen' (to buy).
Sind diese Sandalen wirklich für Wanderungen im Gebirge geeignet?
Are these sandals really suitable for mountain hikes?
'diese Sandalen' is in the nominative case, acting as the subject of the sentence.
Die Sandalen sind aus robustem Leder gefertigt und halten lange.
The sandals are made of sturdy leather and last a long time.
'Die Sandalen' is in the nominative case, functioning as the subject of the sentence.
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The general English word 'shoe' covers many types of footwear, whereas 'die Sandale' is very specific.
Slippers ('Hausschuhe' or 'Pantoffel') are usually for indoor wear, while sandals are typically for outdoor wear.
A flip-flop is 'die Zehensandale' in German, a specific type of 'die Sandale'.
Facile à confondre
Often confused with 'die Sandale' because both are types of footwear.
'Der Schuh' is a general term for shoe, encompassing many types. 'Die Sandale' is a specific type of shoe, open and strapped.
Ich brauche neue Schuhe. (I need new shoes.) Die Sandale ist sehr bequem. (The sandal is very comfortable.)
Both are footwear, but very different in style and function.
'Der Stiefel' is a boot, typically covering the ankle or calf. 'Die Sandale' is open and lightweight, usually for warmer weather.
Im Winter trage ich Stiefel. (In winter, I wear boots.) Im Sommer trage ich Sandalen. (In summer, I wear sandals.)
Both are worn on the feet, but for different purposes.
'Die Hausschuhe' are slippers, worn indoors. 'Die Sandale' can be worn indoors or outdoors, but typically outdoors.
Zieh deine Hausschuhe an! (Put on your slippers!) Ich gehe mit Sandalen spazieren. (I'm going for a walk in sandals.)
This is a type of sandal, so learners might wonder about the difference.
'Die Zehensandale' specifically refers to a thong sandal or flip-flop. 'Die Sandale' is a broader term for any sandal.
Ich mag keine Zehensandalen. (I don't like thong sandals.) Sie trägt schöne Sandalen. (She is wearing beautiful sandals.)
Similar to 'Hausschuhe' and can sometimes be open-toed, leading to confusion with sandals.
'Der Pantoffel' is a slipper, usually soft and for indoor use. While some slippers can be open, their primary function is different from 'die Sandale', which is designed for outdoor wear and often has a sturdier sole.
Er trägt immer Pantoffeln im Haus. (He always wears slippers in the house.) Die Sandale ist perfekt für den Strand. (The sandal is perfect for the beach.)
Origine du mot
Late Latin 'sandalium' from Greek 'sandalion'
Sens originel : a kind of shoe
Indo-EuropeanContexte culturel
In Germany, sandals are a common sight, especially during the warmer months. While often associated with casual wear, there are many stylish and comfortable designs suitable for various occasions, from beach outings to city strolls. Germans value practicality in footwear, and sandals offer both comfort and breathability.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Shopping for shoes
- Ich suche Sandalen.
- Haben Sie Sandalen in Größe 38?
- Wie viel kosten diese Sandalen?
Talking about summer clothing
- Sandalen sind perfekt für den Sommer.
- Ich brauche neue Sandalen für den Urlaub.
- Trägst du lieber Sandalen oder geschlossene Schuhe im Sommer?
Describing footwear
- Das sind bequeme Sandalen.
- Sie hat elegante Sandalen an.
- Diese Sandalen passen gut zu meinem Kleid.
Packing for a trip
- Vergiss deine Sandalen nicht!
- Ich packe ein Paar Sandalen ein.
- Sind deine Sandalen wasserfest?
Discussing comfort
- Diese Sandalen reiben nicht.
- Ich kann lange in diesen Sandalen laufen.
- Sind diese Sandalen gut für Spaziergänge?
Amorces de conversation
"Trägst du gerne Sandalen im Sommer?"
"Was ist dein Lieblingsschuh für den Sommer?"
"Wo kaufst du am liebsten deine Sandalen?"
"Hast du bequeme Sandalen für lange Spaziergänge?"
"Gibt es einen Unterschied zwischen Sandalen und Flip-Flops in deiner Sprache?"
Sujets d'écriture
Beschreibe dein ideales Paar Sandalen. Welche Farbe, welchen Stil haben sie?
Erinnere dich an ein Erlebnis, bei dem Sandalen eine Rolle spielten. War es ein Urlaub, ein besonderes Ereignis?
Denke über die Vorteile und Nachteile von Sandalen nach. Wann sind sie praktisch, wann nicht?
Stelle dir vor, du gehst in einem deutschen Schuhgeschäft. Was würdest du sagen, um ein Paar Sandalen anzuprobieren?
Welche anderen Sommerkleidungsstücke passen gut zu Sandalen? Beschreibe ein komplettes Outfit.
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsThe German word for 'sandal' is die Sandale. It's a feminine noun.
Yes, die Sandale is a common and practical word to know, especially when talking about clothing or shoes.
The plural form of die Sandale is die Sandalen. You just add an '-n' at the end.
Certainly! Here's an example: Ich trage Sandalen im Sommer. (I wear sandals in the summer.)
Die Sandale is a feminine noun, as indicated by the article 'die'.
While die Sandale is the most common and direct translation, you might also hear terms like 'Riemensandale' (strappy sandal) for more specific types, but die Sandale is generally what you need.
It's pronounced something like 'dee zan-DAH-luh'. The 'a's are like the 'a' in 'father'.
Die Sandale is a neutral word. You can use it in both formal and informal contexts without any issues.
Die Sandale is considered an A2 level vocabulary word, meaning it's good for beginners who are building their basic vocabulary.
While flip-flops are a type of sandal, Germans often use 'die Flip-Flops' (yes, the English word!) or 'die Zehenstegsandale' for them. Die Sandale is more general for any open-toed, strapped shoe.
Teste-toi 54 questions
Ich trage im Sommer gern ___ Sandalen.
Sandalen is plural, but the blank indicates a singular feminine noun (die Sandale) before 'Sandalen' if it were singular. However, given the context of 'im Sommer gern', it implies wearing sandals generally, so 'eine' is suitable here for a singular feminine noun.
Wo sind meine roten ___?
If you are looking for your red sandals, you are looking for more than one, so it should be plural 'Sandalen'.
Diese ___ ist sehr bequem.
The sentence uses 'diese' and 'ist', which are singular, indicating that the noun should also be singular. 'Sandale' is the singular form.
Ich brauche neue ___ für den Urlaub.
When preparing for a vacation, it's typical to need a pair of sandals, thus the plural form 'Sandalen' is appropriate.
Er hat seine ___ am Strand verloren.
People usually wear a pair of sandals, so losing them would imply losing the pair, making the plural 'Sandalen' the correct choice.
Meine kleine Schwester mag ihre rosa ___.
It is implied she likes her pair of sandals, so 'Sandalen' (plural) is correct here.
Welches Wort passt am besten zu 'sandals'?
'Die Sandale' means 'sandal' in German.
Was trägt man typischerweise im Sommer an den Füßen?
Sandalen are often worn in summer.
Der Plural von 'die Sandale' ist...
The plural form of 'die Sandale' is 'die Sandalen'.
Man trägt Sandalen, wenn es sehr kalt ist.
Sandalen are typically worn when it is warm, not cold.
'Die Sandale' ist ein Kleidungsstück.
Sandalen are an item of clothing, specifically footwear.
Sandalen sind schwere Winterschuhe.
Sandalen are light shoes, often worn in warmer weather, not heavy winter shoes.
The correct word order for a simple statement in German is Subject-Verb-Object. 'Ich' is the subject, 'mag' is the verb, and 'die Sandalen' is the object.
For a 'yes/no' question in German, the verb comes first, followed by the subject. 'Sind' is the verb, 'diese Sandalen' is the subject, and 'sehr bequem' describes the sandals.
In a German sentence, the verb usually comes in the second position. 'Ich' is the subject, 'trage' is the verb, and 'oft Sandalen im Sommer' describes what is worn and when.
Im Sommer trage ich gerne leichte ___. (In summer, I like to wear light ___.)
The word 'Sandale' fits best here as it refers to a light shoe suitable for summer.
Sie hat eine neue ___ für den Strand gekauft. (She bought a new ___ for the beach.)
A 'Sandale' is a common shoe worn at the beach.
Kannst du mir bitte meine ___ geben? (Can you please give me my ___?)
Contextually, someone would ask for their sandal.
Die ___ ist kaputt. Ich brauche eine neue. (The ___ is broken. I need a new one.)
A 'Sandale' can break and would need to be replaced.
Er sucht seine zweite ___. (He is looking for his second ___.)
You typically wear two sandals, so finding the second one makes sense.
Meine Füße sind warm in diesen ___. (My feet are warm in these ___.)
The plural 'Sandalen' (sandals) is correct as 'these' indicates plural.
Describe a time you wore sandals. What did you do? Where were you? (Approx. 2-3 sentences)
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Letzten Sommer habe ich meine Sandalen oft getragen. Ich war im Urlaub am Strand und bin viel gelaufen.
Imagine you are going on a trip. What kind of shoes will you pack? Would you pack sandals? Why or why not? (Approx. 2 sentences)
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Sample answer
Für meine Reise würde ich bequeme Schuhe einpacken. Wenn das Wetter warm ist, würde ich Sandalen mitnehmen, weil sie leicht sind.
You are buying a new pair of shoes. Write a short sentence about why you might choose sandals. (1 sentence)
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Sample answer
Ich möchte Sandalen kaufen, weil sie im Sommer sehr bequem sind.
Was hat Maria am Vortag gekauft?
Read this passage:
Es war ein sehr heißer Tag. Maria wollte zum See gehen. Sie zog ihre neue Sandale an, die sie am Vortag gekauft hatte. Die Sandalen waren blau und sehr bequem. Maria freute sich auf den Tag am See.
Was hat Maria am Vortag gekauft?
Der Text sagt: 'Sie zog ihre neue Sandale an, die sie am Vortag gekauft hatte. Die Sandalen waren blau'.
Der Text sagt: 'Sie zog ihre neue Sandale an, die sie am Vortag gekauft hatte. Die Sandalen waren blau'.
Warum trug die Schwester Sandalen?
Read this passage:
Der Junge war im Garten und spielte Fußball. Er trug Sportschuhe. Seine Schwester saß auf einer Bank und las ein Buch. Sie hatte bunte Sandalen an, weil es so warm war.
Warum trug die Schwester Sandalen?
Der Text sagt: 'Sie hatte bunte Sandalen an, weil es so warm war.'
Der Text sagt: 'Sie hatte bunte Sandalen an, weil es so warm war.'
Warum sind Sandalen am Strand eine beliebte Wahl?
Read this passage:
Im Sommerurlaub gehen viele Leute gerne an den Strand. Dort tragen sie oft leichte Kleidung und offene Schuhe. Eine beliebte Wahl sind Sandalen, weil sie bequem sind und man sie schnell an- und ausziehen kann.
Warum sind Sandalen am Strand eine beliebte Wahl?
Der Text sagt: 'Eine beliebte Wahl sind Sandalen, weil sie bequem sind und man sie schnell an- und ausziehen kann.'
Der Text sagt: 'Eine beliebte Wahl sind Sandalen, weil sie bequem sind und man sie schnell an- und ausziehen kann.'
This sentence means 'I have new sandals for the summer.'
This sentence means 'The sandals are very comfortable.'
This sentence means 'Where can I buy nice sandals?'
Nach einem langen Spaziergang am Strand, zieht sie ihre bequemen ___ aus.
The context implies footwear suitable for a beach walk that can be easily removed, making 'Sandalen' the best fit.
Für den Sommerurlaub packte er ein Paar robuste ___ ein, ideal für Wanderungen.
Robust sandals are often worn for summer activities and light hikes.
Sie bevorzugt leichte ___ im Haus, um ihre Füße kühl zu halten.
Light sandals are a common choice for indoor comfort, especially in warm weather.
Die Modedesignerin präsentierte eine neue Kollektion von eleganten ___ für den Abend.
Elegant sandals are often featured in fashion collections for evening wear.
Er musste seine alten ___ reparieren, da sie an einer Stelle gebrochen waren.
Sandals, like other footwear, can break and require repair.
Viele Touristen tragen ___ in den historischen Städten, um den ganzen Tag bequem zu sein.
Comfortable sandals are popular among tourists for extended periods of walking and sightseeing.
The speaker bought new sandals that are perfect for summer.
The speaker is asking if the sandals are comfortable enough for a long walk.
The person always wears sports sandals when hiking.
Read this aloud:
Die Sandalen sind aus Leder und sehr haltbar.
Focus: Sandalen, Leder, haltbar
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Für den Strand bevorzuge ich offene Sandalen.
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Sie hat ihre Lieblingssandalen im Urlaub verloren.
Focus: Lieblingssandalen, verloren
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The correct word order for this sentence is Subject-Verb-Adverb-Object-Prepositional Phrase.
This is a question, so the verb comes first, followed by the subject and then the rest of the sentence structure.
This sentence requires a main clause followed by a relative clause describing the sandals.
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Summary
Die Sandale refers to a sandal, a light shoe with straps, commonly used in warm weather.
- Casual open footwear
- Straps hold sole to foot
- Often worn in warm weather
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