Also means
insole, outsole
Usage Note
Semelle refers to the bottom layer of a shoe that contacts the ground; a semelle intérieure is the removable insole, while a semelle extérieure is the outer sole. The expression ne pas quitter quelqu'un d'une semelle means to stick to someone like a shadow.
Examples
"La semelle de ma chaussure est usée."
Natural Translation
The sole of my shoe is worn out.
Related Words
Explore French by topic