Socks are worn all over the world. But do you know what socks are called in different languages? Here are some of the ways to say "socks" in different languages.
| Language | The Word for Socks |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 袜子 |
| Czech | ponožky |
| Dutch | sokken |
| English | socks |
| Finnish | sukat |
| French | chaussettes |
| German | socken |
| Greek | κάλτσες |
| Icelandic | sokkar |
| Indonesian | kaus kaki |
| Irish | stocaí |
| Italian | calzini |
| Japanese | 靴下 |
| Korean | 양말 |
| Latin | socci |
| Latvian | zeķes |
| Mongolian | оймс |
| Norwegian | sokker |
| Polish | skarpety |
| Portuguese | meias |
| Russian | носки |
| Slovak | ponožky |
| Spanish | calcetines |
| Swedish | strumpor |
| Turkish | çorap |
| Ukrainian | шкарпетки |
| Vietnamese | vớ |
Where Does the Word "Sock" Come From?
Here's a fun language connection: the English word "sock" can be traced back to the Latin soccus, a type of light footwear. The word changed as it traveled through different languages over time before eventually becoming the "sock" we use today.
A World of Socks
Of course, this is only a small sampling of the world's languages. See how many other ways to say "socks" you can discover!
Socks in Any Language
Whatever you call them, a colorful pair of socks is an easy way to have a little fun with what you wear. Explore our patterns for men, women, and kids, and find a favorite for yourself or someone you love.