意味
Remove footwear from one's feet.
文化的背景
In France, it's not always mandatory to remove shoes, but it's increasingly common in urban apartments. Always look for a pile of shoes in the 'entrée' as a cue. Due to snow and salt in winter, removing shoes is strictly mandatory in Quebec homes. Guests are often provided with 'pantoufles' (slippers). In many French-speaking North African households, removing shoes is a sign of respect and religious cleanliness (tahara). While not a Francophone country, the French often compare their habits to Japan when discussing the 'shoes-off' rule, as Japan is the gold standard for this etiquette.
The 'Ask' Rule
When in doubt, always ask: 'Est-ce que je dois enlever mes chaussures ?'. It shows you are a considerate guest.
The Accent Matters
Don't forget the accent in 'j'enlève'. Without it, the pronunciation is wrong and it looks like a beginner mistake.
意味
Remove footwear from one's feet.
The 'Ask' Rule
When in doubt, always ask: 'Est-ce que je dois enlever mes chaussures ?'. It shows you are a considerate guest.
The Accent Matters
Don't forget the accent in 'j'enlève'. Without it, the pronunciation is wrong and it looks like a beginner mistake.
Use 'Se Déchausser'
If you want to sound very sophisticated or 'French', use 'se déchausser' in formal settings.
Slippers
If someone asks you to remove your shoes, they will often offer you 'des chaussons' or 'des pantoufles'. It's polite to accept them!
自分をテスト
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'enlever' in the present tense.
Quand je rentre à la maison, je ___ mes chaussures.
The subject is 'je', so the verb must be 'enlève' (with the grave accent).
Choose the most polite way to ask if you should remove your shoes.
Vous êtes chez un ami français. Que dites-vous ?
This is the standard, polite way to ask for permission/instruction.
Complete the dialogue at the airport.
Agent: Monsieur, s'il vous plaît, ___ vos chaussures. Passager: Oui, bien sûr.
The agent is giving a formal command to one person (vous form).
Match the register with the correct phrase.
Match the following:
Understanding register is key to sounding natural.
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練習問題バンク
4 問題Quand je rentre à la maison, je ___ mes chaussures.
The subject is 'je', so the verb must be 'enlève' (with the grave accent).
Vous êtes chez un ami français. Que dites-vous ?
This is the standard, polite way to ask for permission/instruction.
Agent: Monsieur, s'il vous plaît, ___ vos chaussures. Passager: Oui, bien sûr.
The agent is giving a formal command to one person (vous form).
左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:
Understanding register is key to sounding natural.
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よくある質問
10 問Both are very common. 'Enlever' is slightly more frequent in daily speech, while 'retirer' is equally natural.
Yes, it's possible and common in French when the owner is obvious, but 'ses' is more precise for learners.
No, it varies. It's about 50/50. Always check the entryway for clues!
Common slang terms are 'les pompes', 'les godasses', or 'les grolles'.
You say: 'Enlève tes chaussures !' or 'Tes pompes, à l'entrée !' (more casual).
Yes, 'se déchausser' is specifically for footwear. You can't use it for a hat or a coat.
This is a common fear! French people usually don't mind, but it's a good reason to wear nice socks when visiting.
Yes, 'enlever son chapeau' is perfectly correct.
'Souliers' is an older term, still used in Quebec or in formal contexts in France. 'Chaussures' is the standard modern word.
It uses 'avoir': J'ai enlevé, tu as enlevé, il a enlevé, etc.
関連フレーズ
Se déchausser
synonymTo remove one's shoes (formal/precise)
Mettre ses chaussures
contrastTo put on one's shoes
Lacer ses chaussures
builds onTo tie one's shoelaces
Cirer ses chaussures
similarTo polish one's shoes
Enlever son manteau
similarTo take off one's coat
