Sapatero (en. Shoemaker)

/sɐpɐˈtɛɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who makes or repairs shoes.
I approached the shoemaker to repair my broken shoes.
Lumapit ako sa sapatero upang ayusin ang sira kong sapatos.
A profession focused on making shoes and other types of footwear.
The shoemaker is skilled in making customized shoes.
Ang sapatero ay may kasanayan sa pag-gawa ng mga customized na sapatos.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

Go to the shoemaker
To go to the shoemaker for repairs.
Pumunta sa sapatero

Related Words

shoes
Shoes are footwear that are worn on the feet.
sapatos
shoe accessory
An item used in the making or beautification of shoes.
pamutang

Slang Meanings

Shoemaker, but with a slang for 'someone who takes care of shoes.'
I hope I find a shoemaker who can fix my favorite sneakers.
Sana makahanap ako ng sapatero na makakaayos ng paborito kong sneakers.
A person who is often teased due to their obsession with shoes.
Oh no, the group's shoemaker, always has new kicks!
Naku, ang sapatero ng tropa, lagi na lang may bagong kicks!