Why some say strømper and others say sokker
Short answer: Strømper and sokker mean the same thing, and both words are used in Denmark. Which one you say is mostly a matter of habit, region and the kind of sock you mean. Here is the explanation, and what to look for when you buy bamboo socks.
Two words for the same thing
In Danish both strømpe and sok are used for the garment you put on your foot. Strømpe is the older word and more common in written language, while sok is used a lot in everyday speech. Neither word is wrong, and both can describe the same item in the shop and in the drawer.
Habit and region can play a part
Many point out that the choice of word depends on where you grew up and who you talk to. Some use sok for short models and strømpe for longer ones, others mix freely. There is no single rule that applies to everyone, so use the word you are used to. See all bamboo socks for men.
Bamboo socks and stockings in the shop
When you search for bamboo socks or bamboo stockings, you find the same items. Search engines and shops use both words, so try both if you cannot find what you are looking for. Bamboo clothing is viscose made from bamboo, and the material is stated in the product description.
Short and long models
Whether you say sok or strømpe, the models come in different lengths. There are ankle-high, mid-length and taller versions. Which length suits you depends on your shoes and what you will be doing. With sports shoes a shorter model is pleasant, while with boots you can choose a longer one.
Tennis socks and sports socks
For exercise the word sok is often used. Tennis socks and running socks have become common names, and many choose them for sport. Pay attention to the fit around the heel and toe and choose a size that does not slip or squeeze. See bamboo tennis socks for men for an example.
Size and fit
Socks follow foot length, often given as a range, such as 40 to 45. Choose by your own shoe size and bring out the size guide as soon as you are unsure. If the size is right, the heel does not slip and the toes are not squeezed together.
Care, whatever you call them
Wash by the care label, turn the socks inside out if you like and avoid high heat so the shape holds. Keep several pairs and change every day. The same goes for the rest of your underwear, for example bamboo underpants for men, which you can wash together with your socks.
Use the word you prefer
In the end it is mostly a question of what sounds natural to you. The word does not change how the sock sits. Size, fabric and cut do. So choose by those, and let the word be a matter of taste that you do not need to defend.
Frequently asked questions
Are strømper and sokker the same
Yes, in Danish they mean the same thing, namely the garment you put on your foot. Which word you use is mostly habit and region, not a difference in the item itself.
Which word is correct
Both are correct. Strømpe is the older word and sok is used a lot in everyday speech. Use whichever sounds natural to you, and try both when you search in a shop.
How do I find the right size
Choose by your shoe size and check the size guide for the model you are looking at. If the size is right, the heel does not slip and the toes are not squeezed in the shoe.
