synthetic footwear; imitation leather shoes
Wasei-eigo term for shoes made from synthetic materials, often as a cheaper alternative to genuine leather. Common in retail and fashion contexts.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from chemical shoes
See also: ケミカル
On rainy days, synthetic shoes are easier to care for.
These imitation leather shoes look like genuine leather.
Variant with interpunct; less common in everyday writing.
Wasei-eigo from English 'chemical' + 'shoes', referring to footwear made from synthetic materials rather than natural leather.