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pantofle

/panˈtɒfl̩/

Meanings
  • a type of footwear, especially for children

    - "Children usually wear pantofle during their first steps."
    - "My daughter has a pair of beautiful pantofle that she loves to wear."

Rhymes
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pantofle , flea , sneak , leap , peep , creep
Homophones
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  1. pantofle (cs) : type of footwear, especially for children


Variants
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pantofle , pantofles
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Etymology
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The word pantofle comes from the Italian word 'pantofola', which means 'football' or 'ball-game'. The word was adapted in various European languages, such as French 'pantoufle', German 'Pantoffel', and English 'pantofle'. The meaning of the word gradually changed from 'football' or 'ball-game' to 'type of footwear, especially for children'.


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  1. {"question"=>"What is the origin of the word 'pantofle'?", "answer"=>"The word 'pantofle' comes from the Italian word 'pantofola', which means 'football' or 'ball-game'."}


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  1. footwear:


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In various cultures, pantofle are considered as an essential part of childhood. They are often given as gifts to newborns or toddlers. In some cultures, such as Russia and Eastern Europe, pantofle are often made of leather and have thick soles to provide better insulation and protection against the cold winter weather. In other cultures, such as France and Italy, pantofle are often made of soft materials, such as cotton or velvet, and have thin soles to provide better flexibility and comfort. Overall, pantofle are an essential part of childhood in various cultures around the world, and they come in different styles, materials, and designs to suit the needs and preferences of different cultures and communities.

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