Definition

Noun: * Court shoe, pump: A type of formal shoe, typically made of smooth, polished black leather, characterized by a low-cut front that exposes the top of the foot (the instep). It is a classic style of dress shoe.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Cô ấy đi một đôi giày ban đen rất lịch sự. (She is wearing a pair of very elegant black pumps.)
  • Trang phục công sở của anh ấy thường đi kèm với giày ban. (His office attire is usually paired with court shoes.)
  • Giày ban là lựa chọn phổ biến cho các dịp trang trọng. (Pumps are a common choice for formal occasions.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "giày ban" specifically refers to the classic, closed-toe shoe style. While often black, it can be found in other colors. The defining feature is the low-cut "vamp" (the part covering the instep).

Variants and Related Words

• Giày cao gót (n): High-heeled shoes. can be with or without a heel, but is often a flat or low-heeled style.
• Giày da láng (n): Patent leather shoes, describing the material, which is common for .
• Escarpin (n): This is the direct French loanword from which is derived, meaning a light, elegant shoe.

Synonyms

• Pump (n): The most common equivalent in American English.
• Court shoe (n): The common equivalent in British English.
• Dress shoe (n): A more general term for formal footwear.

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