Definition
起脚 is a verb meaning 'to start a run' or 'to take off' in sports contexts, especially in football (soccer) or track and field. It refers to the moment a player begins a sprint, a kick, or a jump. You'll hear it in sports commentary and training instructions.
v
to start a run (in sports)to take off (for a jump or kick)
Examples
- ，起脚。Cáipàn yì chuī shào, tā lìkè qǐ jiǎ.As soon as the referee blew the whistle, he started his run.
- 起脚，。Tā qǐ jiǎ tài zǎo, jiéguǒ méi tī dào qiú.He took off too early and ended up missing the ball.
- 起脚。Jiàoliàn jiāo wǒmen zhèngquè de qǐ jiǎ zīshì.The coach taught us the correct starting posture.
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