footstep
/ˈfʊtstep/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #5118 in the learning path
脚步；脚步声
Definitions
n. a step taken when walking, or the sound it makes
脚步；脚步声
Example
I heard footsteps outside my bedroom and opened the door.
我听见卧室外有脚步声，便打开了门。
In shared housing, footsteps from upstairs can disturb residents and highlight the need for better sound insulation.
在合住房屋中，楼上的脚步声可能打扰住户，凸显改善隔音的必要性。
Collocations
- hear footsteps
- heavy footsteps
- follow in someone's footsteps
Usage tip
常用复数；footprint指留下的脚印。
FAQ
- What does footstep mean?
- a step taken when walking, or the sound it makes
- How is footstep pronounced?
- UK /ˈfʊtstep/, US /ˈfʊtstep/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
