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脚后跟 (jiǎ) — heel (of a foot); foothold (figurative)

Definition

Specifically the back of the foot (heel), not the foot as a whole. Figuratively used for 'foothold' in a position or career.

noun
heel (of a foot)foothold (figurative)

Examples

  • 脚后跟。
    Tā zǒu lù de shí hou jiǎ téng.
    His heel hurts when he walks.
  • 脚后跟。
    Zhè shuāng xié de jiǎ hěn yìng.
    The heel of these shoes is very hard.
  • 脚后跟。
    Tā zài gōng sī zhàn wěn le jiǎ.
    He has gotten a foothold in the company.
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