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足元
ashimoto
Description
「足元」は、立っている時の足のすぐ近くや、足のあたりのことです。
"足元" refers to the area right near your feet when standing or around the feet.
「足元に気をつけて」のように、あぶない場所を歩く時によく使います。
"足元に気をつけて" is often used when walking in dangerous places.
Meanings
足元ashimoto
the area right around one's feet; underfoot
暗いから足元に気をつけてね。
It's dark, so watch your step.
足元ashimoto
one's step, footing, or gait
お酒を飲んで足元がふらふらしている。
He's unsteady on his feet from drinking.
足元ashimoto
someone's situation or weak point
相手の足元を見て高い値段を言った。
He took advantage of the other person's situation and quoted a high price.
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Notes
- Etymology
足 (ashi, foot) + 元 (moto, base/vicinity) = the area at the base of the feet.
- Nuance
足元を見る is an idiom meaning to take advantage of someone's weakness.
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