How Do You Spell SHOELACE?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈuːle͡ɪs] (IPA)

The word "shoelace" is spelled with the characters "s-h-o-e-l-a-c-e", and is pronounced /ˈʃuːleɪs/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound /uː/, and is followed by the sound /l/. The second syllable is pronounced with the short vowel sound /eɪ/, and is concluded with the sound /s/. The word refers to a cord or string used to tie shoes or other footwear. Properly tying one's shoelaces is seen as a sign of independence for many children.

SHOELACE Meaning and Definition

1. A shoelace is a narrow strip of material, usually made of cotton or synthetic fibers, designed to fasten and secure one's footwear. It is typically used to secure shoes, sneakers, boots, or any other type of footwear with lace-up closures. Shoelaces are commonly threaded through a series of evenly spaced eyelets or holes on opposite sides of the shoe, allowing the wearer to tighten or loosen the laces to achieve a comfortable and secure fit.

   Shoelaces come in various lengths, colors, and styles depending on the preferences and needs of the wearer. They can be flat or round in shape, with flat laces providing a sleeker appearance and round laces offering greater durability. Shoelaces are often sold in pairs to accommodate both shoes, and they can be replaced if they become worn, damaged, or if the wearer desires to customize their footwear.

   The process of tying shoelaces typically involves crossing the laces over each other and then threading them through the eyelets in a crisscross pattern. The laces are then pulled tight and knotted to keep the shoe securely fastened to the wearer's foot. Shoelaces serve the practical purpose of keeping shoes securely in place during movement, while also adding aesthetic value, allowing individuals to express their unique style and personality through their choice of laces.

Common Misspellings for SHOELACE

• sollace
• shoeline
• shelac
• shoolace
• shoeace
• shooelace
• shoelacee
• shoehace
• shoenace
• shoemace
• Showelard
• hollace
• shoelle
• shoeblacke
• shoeblake
• Soelce
• shoelacher
• shoelatche

Etymology of SHOELACE

The word "shoelace" derives from the combination of two Old English words: "shoen" meaning "shoes" and "læce" meaning "cord" or "string". Over time, the words were merged into "shoelace" to refer specifically to the cord used to fasten and secure shoes.

Similar spelling words for SHOELACE

• shoe lace,
• shellac,
• shoeless,
• shalash,
• shell-less.

Plural form of SHOELACE is SHOELACES