Bavarian edit

Alternative forms edit

Etymology edit

Probably of onomatopoetic origin.

Pronunciation edit

Noun edit

Schlapfn m (plural Schlapfn, diminutive Schlapferl) (East Central Bavarian, Vienna)

  1. slipper (shoe intended for indoor use)

Usage notes edit

Schlapfn denote slippers with an open heel and/or open toe slippers, while slippers with a closed heel are called Påtschn.