穿鞋
chuān xié
Put on your shoes
穿鞋 (chuān xié) means "to put on shoes" or "wear shoes." It is commonly used as a command or instruction, especially when getting ready to go out.
What does 穿鞋 (chuān xié) mean?
穿鞋 (chuān xié) means “put on your shoes” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “wear shoes.”
When to use it
Neutral and direct. Often used by parents to children as an instruction. When asking politely, you might add 请 (qǐng, "please") or use a softer tone.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like “CHWAHN shyeh.” 穿 is high and level (first tone), and 鞋 rises (second tone).
Other ways to say it
- 穿上鞋chuānshang xiéput on your shoes (emphasizes completion)
- 穿好鞋chuānhǎo xiéput on your shoes properly
- 脱鞋tuō xiétake off shoes
Examples
快点穿鞋，我们要迟到了！
kuàidiǎn chuān xié, wǒmen yào chídào le!
Hurry up and put on your shoes, we're going to be late!
穿鞋，我们出去玩！
chuān xié, wǒmen chūqù wán!
Put on your shoes, let's go out and play!
你穿鞋了吗？
nǐ chuān xié le ma?
Have you put on your shoes?
Pro tip: When urging someone to get ready, especially children, speakers often repeat 穿鞋 twice, like "穿鞋穿鞋！" (chuān xié chuān xié!), to emphasize the command.
Related phrases
要上厕所吗？ · Do you need the potty穿衣服 · Get dressed戴上帽子 · Put on your hat
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