What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
golosh
Example
I always wear my goloshes when it's raining outside. [golosh: noun]
Example
She slipped on her goloshes before heading out into the snow. [golosh: plural noun]
overshoe
Example
He put on his overshoes before stepping out into the muddy yard. [overshoes: plural noun]
Example
The workers wore overshoes to protect their feet from hazardous materials. [overshoes: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Overshoe is more commonly used than golosh in everyday language, especially in American English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between golosh and overshoe?
Both golosh and overshoe are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
