脚跟 (jiǎo gēn) — heel (of the foot); footing, foothold (figurative)

Définition

Literally 'heel' (of the foot), most often used figuratively in the set phrase 站稳脚跟 ('gain a firm footing'). Refers to one's standing or position, not a physical injury to the heel.

noun
heel (of the foot)footingfoothold (figurative)
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Exemples

  • 脚跟
    Tā de jiǎo gēn shòu shāng le.
    His heel was injured.
  • 脚跟
    Nǐ yào zài shì chǎng shàng zhàn wěn jiǎo gēn.
    You need to stand firm in the market.
  • 脚跟
    Xīn gōng sī zhèng zài nǔ lì zhàn wěn jiǎo gēn.
    The new company is striving to secure its foothold.
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