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立足
lìzú
Description
"立足"的意思是在一个地方站稳，或者以某件事为基础去做别的事。
"立足" means to stand firmly in a place, or to use something as a foundation to do other things.
这个词常常用在比较正式的句子里。
This word is often used in more formal sentences.
Meanings
立足lìzú
to gain a foothold; to establish oneself
他想在这个城市立足，很不容易。
He wants to establish himself in this city, which is not easy.
立足lìzú
to base oneself on; to proceed from
我们要立足现实，慢慢进步。
We must base ourselves on reality and make progress slowly.
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Notes
- Etymology
立 (to stand) + 足 (foot), literally "to plant one's feet."
- Nuance
more formal than 站; often used with 立足于 to mean "based on."
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