espadrille

noun

es·​pa·​drille ˈe-spə-ˌdril 

: a sandal usually having a fabric upper and a flexible sole

Examples of espadrille in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Anrabess Flowy Tiered Maxi Dress Ideal for beach vacations and city trips alike, style this with white sneakers, espadrilles, or sandals to create vacation looks for any occasion. —Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026

By her side sits her companion, Penelope Jardine, dressed comparatively informally in a loose-fitting shirt, trousers and a pair of scuffed espadrilles. —Literary Hub, 9 June 2026

Style it with slingback heels and a matching tote bag for work, then pair it with white tennis shoes or espadrilles for a casual look. —Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026

Ermonn Espadrilles Wedge Sandal These alluring espadrilles stay secure with a ribbon that wraps around the ankle and ties. —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 6 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, alteration of espardille, ultimately from Latin spartum

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for espadrille

• bookmobile
• cochineal
• nonideal
• peroneal
• philomel
• snowmobile
• waterwheel
• abele
• alkyl
• anneal
• appeal
• cartwheel

Kids Definition

espadrille

noun

es·​pa·​drille ˈes-pə-ˌdril 

: a shoe with a cloth upper and often with a rope braid around the edge