espadrille

noun

es·​pa·​drille ˈe-spə-ˌdril How to pronounce espadrille (audio)
: a sandal usually having a fabric upper and a flexible sole

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Plus, espadrille wedges that perfectly complement summer dresses. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026 So, as an ode to his staple espadrille-like footwear choice while in Hawaii, the company was originally known as Alohas Sandals. Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 26 May 2026 Half-naked shoes and espadrilles are both trending for summer, so why not combine the two with these Sophie Mary Janes. Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 25 May 2026 Tom Ford Finn Collapsible-Heel Suede Espadrilles Tom Ford’s take on the espadrille treats the style like a transformer. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for espadrille

Word History

Etymology

French, alteration of espardille, ultimately from Latin spartum

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of espadrille was in 1892

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“Espadrille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/espadrille. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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espadrille

noun
es·​pa·​drille ˈes-pə-ˌdril How to pronounce espadrille (audio)
: a shoe with a cloth upper and often with a rope braid around the edge
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