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VocabJLPT N3

counter for pairs of footwear

Counter

Definitions

1. counter for pairs of socks, shoes, etc.

This counter suffix is used for counting pairs of footwear, such as shoes, socks, or sandals. For example, two pairs of shoes would use this suffix after the number two.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We just received an email saying "please add five more pairs of safety boots."

Sentence 2

Sometimes just switching to a different pair of shoes is enough to change your mood.

Sentence 3

Let's pick out a pair of shoes first, then figure out the outfit.

Sentence 4

"I brought two pairs of shoes," he said proudly.

Sentence 5

Wait, you only own one pair of shoes?