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CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1561 in the learning path

一步;台阶

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n. a foot movement when walking, or a stair surface

一步;台阶

n. one action in a process or towards a goal

步骤;措施

v. to move by lifting and placing your foot

迈步;踏;踩

Example

Take one step forward and close the door.

向前迈一步,把门关上。

Improving public transport is an important step towards reducing traffic congestion and air pollution in cities.

改善公共交通是减少城市交通拥堵和空气污染的重要一步。

Collocations

  • take a step
  • step by step
  • take steps to
  • step on

Usage tip

take steps to do sth表示“采取措施做某事”。

FAQ

What does step mean?
a foot movement when walking, or a stair surface one action in a process or towards a goal to move by lifting and placing your foot
How is step pronounced?
UK /step/, US /step/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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